A retail investor is a nonprofessional investor who buys and sells securities, mutual funds or ETFs through a brokerage firm or savings account. Retail investors can be contrasted with institutional investors.  ( 22 min )

If you're a first-time homebuyer (a status defined more flexibly than you may think), you can tap your IRA to help with the costs of your purchase.  ( 30 min )

A side-by-side comparison of the features of SEP IRAs and Roth IRAs.  ( 23 min )

Dividend arbitrage is an options trading strategy that involves purchasing puts and stock before the ex-dividend date and then exercising the put.  ( 23 min )

The Calmar ratio compares the average annual compounded rate of return and the maximum drawdown risk of commodity trading advisors and hedge funds.  ( 21 min )

Free trade areas are formed by groups of countries that sign agreements to facilitate trade and reduce trade barriers.  ( 25 min )

On the first day of trading for newly allowed spot bitcoin ETFs, Grayscale had more trading volume than all other offerings combined.  ( 20 min )

SIMPLE IRAs and SIMPLE 401(k)s can be good options for employers to offer, under some circumstances.  ( 23 min )

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(Bloomberg) -- Alphabet Inc.’s Google is laying off hundreds of people working on its digital assistant, hardware and engineering teams as part of a continued effort to lower costs and prioritize efforts around artificial intelligence.Most Read from BloombergGoogle Lays Off Hundreds in Hardware, Assistant, EngineeringSEC Authorizes Bitcoin-Spot ETFs in Crypto’s BreakthroughThese Are the World’s Most Powerful Passports in 2024Hertz to Sell 20,000 EVs in Shift Back to Gas-Powered CarsUS Inflation  ( 36 min )

There's nothing like a brand new asset class to leech interest from established crypto-related companies.  ( 36 min )

The car-rental company Hertz is cutting its fleet of EVs by about one-third.  ( 26 min )

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Stocks fell into negative territory after the latest inflation report showed price increases aren't falling as quickly as expected.  ( 46 min )

This dividend stock has massive value yet to be unlocked.  ( 35 min )

U.S. Federal Reserve officials said on Thursday that consumer price data for December did little to assure them that inflation is now on a steady track back to the central bank's 2% target, with more information needed before any decision to begin reducing rates. Overall consumer price inflation on a 12-month basis rose to 3.4% in December from 3.1% the month before. It was an ambiguous outcome at a time when Fed officials are looking for some final but convincing bits of evidence that the pandemic-era spike in inflation has dissipated to the degree they can begin easing monetary policy and begin reducing the benchmark interest rate.  ( 34 min )

Despite some resistance from Wall Street brokerages, first-day trading volumes have been relatively robust.  ( 29 min )

Stocks fell into negative territory after the latest inflation report showed price increases aren't falling as quickly as expected.  ( 45 min )

Stocks fell into negative territory after the latest inflation report showed price increases aren't falling as quickly as expected.  ( 43 min )

A spot Bitcoin ETF could buoy the whole crypto space, but also risks cannibalizing some of Coinbase's core business.  ( 28 min )

Sticking to this stop loss level will help avoid large losses if the trade goes south.  ( 14 min )

(Bloomberg) -- The first US ETFs that directly hold Bitcoin are off to a strong start, with billions of dollars changing hands in a historical first day of trading for the long-sought investment vehicles. Most Read from BloombergGoogle Lays Off Hundreds in Hardware, Voice Assistant TeamsSEC Authorizes Bitcoin-Spot ETFs in Crypto’s BreakthroughThese Are the World’s Most Powerful Passports in 2024Amazon’s Twitch to Cut 500 Employees, About 35% of StaffWhite House Throws Support Behind Seizing Froz  ( 34 min )

It's tough to make money building electric cars when few people want to buy them.  ( 36 min )

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The Chesapeake-Southwestern merger is very promising, if it can clear regulatory scrutiny.  ( 28 min )

Since taking office in December, Argentina’s President Javier Milei issued measures to abolish controls on food prices and rents, and loosen labor restrictions.  ( 24 min )

Amazon's latest round of layoffs reflect a climbdown from its earlier COVID-era ambitions.  ( 37 min )

Tim Wentworth bought shares of the pharmacy chain the day after the Walgreens CEO announced the quarterly dividend would be cut nearly in half.  ( 22 min )

Plug Power stock falls after a bull moved to the sidelines on the stock, citing near-term uncertainty for the hydrogen-technology company’s finances.  ( 21 min )

The growth-focused money manager added to these three existing positions on Wednesday.  ( 37 min )

I am 57 and have $1.1 million in my 401(k) and $50,000 in a high-yield savings account. I earn $300,000 per year and put $30,000 in my 401(k) each year plus a match on the first 6%. I have a $220,000 mortgage on a home valued at $550,000. I would like to retire at 62 […] The post Ask an Advisor: I Have $1.15 Million Saved and Will Collect $3,500 Per Month in Social Security. Can I Retire at 62? appeared first on SmartReads by SmartAsset.  ( 36 min )

Supply constraints for the artificial intelligence (AI) hardware market are expected to continue in 2024, which could be good news for AI chip investors.  ( 35 min )

Bitcoin and crypto stocks are mixed after rising in tandem to start Thursday, the first trading day of U.S. exchange-traded funds holding the la  ( 24 min )

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A new reading on inflation out Thursday offers another challenge to to investor expectations of a Federal Reserve rate cut in March  ( 35 min )

(Bloomberg) -- Hertz Global Holdings Inc. plans to sell a third of its US electric vehicle fleet and reinvest in gas-powered cars due to weak demand and high repair costs for its battery-powered options.Most Read from BloombergSEC Authorizes Bitcoin-Spot ETFs in Crypto’s BreakthroughGoogle Lays Off Hundreds in Hardware, Voice Assistant TeamsAmazon’s Twitch to Cut 500 Employees, About 35% of StaffThese Are the World’s Most Powerful Passports in 2024SEC Says FBI Is Investigating Compromise of Agen  ( 36 min )

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↘️ Paramount Global (PARA): Skydance Media Chief Executive David Ellison is discussing an all-cash bid for Paramount’s parent, Nat  ( 25 min )

Stocks fell into negative territory after the latest inflation report showed prices increases aren't falling as quickly as expected.  ( 37 min )

These two companies are solid compounders and have outperformed the market since they went public.  ( 34 min )

JPMorgan, Wells Fargo and Bank of America are set to report their fourth-quarter results on Friday.  ( 29 min )

The car-rental company said in a filing that it would use part of the proceeds from selling about 20,000 EVs in the U.S. to purchase internal-combustion-engine vehicles.  ( 28 min )

Google, Amazon, BlackRock and Xerox are among those announcing layoffs in the new year.  ( 23 min )

(Bloomberg) -- Lucid Group Inc.’s vehicle deliveries came in slightly ahead of analyst estimates in the fourth quarter, capping a rocky year for the maker of high-end electric cars.Most Read from BloombergSEC Authorizes Bitcoin-Spot ETFs in Crypto’s BreakthroughGoogle Lays Off Hundreds in Hardware, Voice Assistant TeamsAmazon’s Twitch to Cut 500 Employees, About 35% of StaffThese Are the World’s Most Powerful Passports in 2024SEC Says FBI Is Investigating Compromise of Agency’s X AccountLucid sa  ( 34 min )

Nvidia is confident that it can grow revenue in 2024 and 2025.  ( 35 min )

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U.S. consumer prices increased more than expected in December as rents maintained their upward trend, which could delay a much anticipated interest rate cut in March from the Federal Reserve. The consumer price index (CPI) rose 0.3% last month after nudging up 0.1% in November, the Labor Department said on Thursday. In the 12 months through December, the CPI rose 3.4% after increasing 3.1% in November.  ( 34 min )

Futures contracts that settle to the Fed's target for the overnight lending rate between banks fell after the data, which showed the consumer price index was up 3.4% in the last month of 2023. Futures contract prices now imply about a 60% chance of a March rate cut, versus the 70% chance seen before the data. Traders now expect the policy rate, currently in the 5.25%-5.5% range, to end the year at around 3.92%, rate futures prices show.  ( 33 min )

The CPI print will be critical for investors weighing whether bets on early interest rate cuts are well-placed.  ( 37 min )

The CPI print will be critical for investors weighing whether bets on early interest rate cuts are well-placed.  ( 35 min )

Investing in companies that have raised their payouts annually for six decades or more has paid off over the long haul.  ( 31 min )

The new exchange-traded funds, or ETFs, will give investors an asset that closely tracks the price of bitcoin, providing those hesitant to buy actual bitcoins a lower bar to entry. The wave of approvals may work in your favor as fund managers seek to attract investors by competing on fees. The SEC's approval, however, was lukewarm at best.  ( 36 min )

The first exchange-traded funds in the U.S. holding spot bitcoin are expected to start trading Thursday after getting the greenlight from the Securities and Exchange Commission. Ten registration stat  ( 22 min )

Palantir stock stumbled to close out 2023 and kick off 2024, but AI and software peer Parsons is taking aim at a fresh breakout.  ( 14 min )

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Hertz Global Holdings said on Thursday it would sell about 20,000 of its electric vehicles (EVs) from its U.S. fleet, or about one-third of the global EV fleet. Hertz said it expects to reinvest a portion of the proceeds from the sale of the EVs to buy gas-powered vehicles to meet customer demand.  ( 34 min )

Hertz Global Holdings said on Thursday it would sell about 20,000 of its electric vehicles (EVs) from its U.S. fleet, or about one-third of the global EV fleet.  ( 34 min )

The CPI print will be critical for investors weighing whether bets on early interest rate cuts are well-placed.  ( 35 min )

Details are still unclear about who seized the vessel in the Gulf of Oman or why.  ( 21 min )

UiPath and CrowdStrike are deploying AI to augment their products.  ( 36 min )

The $7.4 billion all-stock transaction will create one of the U.S.’s largest natural-gas producers and is the latest in a flurry of energy deals.  ( 28 min )

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The combination of Chesapeake Energy and Southwestern Energy will create one of the largest natural gas producers in the U.S.  ( 23 min )

Selling your longtime home and downsizing in retirement is a common practice for people entering their golden years. While profits from a home sale are considered capital gains, the IRS typically allows you to exclude part of the profit – if not all of it – from your taxes. But what if you sold your […] The post I’m Selling My House and Netting $640k to Downsize for Retirement. How Can I Avoid Capital Gains Taxes? appeared first on SmartReads by SmartAsset.  ( 37 min )

It isn't every day that a company increases its dividend at a double-digit rate.  ( 36 min )

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This discarded stock has the potential to surprise investors going forward.  ( 37 min )

AI technology is here to stay.  ( 37 min )

The move extends a recent spate of multi-billion deals in the U.S. energy sector including Exxon Mobil's $60-billion Pioneer Natural Resources offer and Chevron's $53-billion agreement for Hess, as firms seek lucrative acreage to rebuild depleting assets. U.S. natural gas prices are expected to tick higher from a jump in exports, analysts have said after a gloomy 2023 due to record production, ample inventories and a mild winter.  ( 34 min )

Businesses with efficient operations and growth potential open the door to dividend raises for years to come.  ( 38 min )

Ark Invest continues to add shares of these three leading technology companies to its ETFs.  ( 37 min )

It takes more than having "AI" in the name to make the stock a promising investment.  ( 36 min )

Capping an epic 2023, expectations are high for the generative AI pioneer -- but exactly how high is the bar?  ( 38 min )

Several exchange-traded funds (ETFs) tied to the spot price of bitcoin will start trading in the U.S. on Thursday before the bell in a landmark moment for the cryptocurrency industry that has been demanding regulatory approval for more than a decade. The green light from the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission finally came late on Wednesday as it approved 11 such ETFs, ending months of negotiations with top asset managers such as BlackRock, Ark Investments/21Shares, Fidelity, Invesco and VanEck. "The approval has the potential to simplify and secure Bitcoin investments for a broader investor base, which may reshape the dynamics of cryptocurrency investments," said Rajeev Bamra, senior vice-president of digital finance at Moody's Investors Service.  ( 35 min )

Buffett's public comments about this stock could make you scratch your head a little.  ( 36 min )

Strong advantages over the competition could allow these businesses to keep raising their dividend payouts for at least another 10 years.  ( 37 min )

Among the Dow Jones Industrial Average's 30 time-tested components, there are two that are historically cheap and ripe for the picking, while another outperformer is riddled with issues.  ( 39 min )

These companies are industry leaders with strong dividend histories. If they go on sale, investors should consider buying.  ( 37 min )

These high-powered dividend stocks, which sport an average yield of 9.21%, can fatten income investors' pocketbooks in the new year.  ( 38 min )

Stock splits themselves don't lift stocks -- but they could help us find that next great investment.  ( 37 min )

These market leaders offer great long-term prospects.  ( 37 min )

Alibaba Group Holding's main e-commerce unit is now beta testing artificial intelligence (AI) tools and functions for merchants on its Chinese online shopping sites, marking the first major move at the enterprise since a leadership reshuffle in December. The Taobao and Tmall Group (TTG) unveiled the new AI features, which are designed to improve services and attract new customers, at its "sellers' conference" held on Tuesday in Hangzhou, capital of eastern Zhejiang province and home base of Sout  ( 36 min )

(Bloomberg) -- Japan’s stocks led an advance in Asian equities while the dollar fell as investors awaited US inflation data that will help clarify the path for Federal Reserve policy.Most Read from BloombergSEC Authorizes Bitcoin-Spot ETFs in Crypto’s BreakthroughAmazon’s Twitch to Cut 500 Employees, About 35% of StaffSEC Says FBI Is Investigating Compromise of Agency’s X AccountBoeing CEO Fights Back Tears and Admits ‘Our Mistake’ in 737 AddressBenchmark Japanese share gauges were poised to not  ( 37 min )

Investing in companies that have raised their payouts annually for six decades or more has paid off over the long haul.  ( 30 min )

(Bloomberg) -- First came the judge’s rebuke. Then fresh Securities and Exchange Commission research surfaced purporting to allay doubts about whether trading in Bitcoin could ever be effectively monitored.Most Read from BloombergGoogle Lays Off Hundreds in Hardware, Voice Assistant TeamsSEC Authorizes Bitcoin-Spot ETFs in Crypto’s BreakthroughThese Are the World’s Most Powerful Passports in 2024Amazon’s Twitch to Cut 500 Employees, About 35% of StaffSEC Says FBI Is Investigating Compromise of A  ( 37 min )

(Bloomberg) -- China’s relentless stock market rout is putting pressure on $13 billion worth of snowball derivatives, threatening to raise market volatility as brokerages are pushed to liquidate hedge positions. Most Read from BloombergSEC Authorizes Bitcoin-Spot ETFs in Crypto’s BreakthroughAmazon’s Twitch to Cut 500 Employees, About 35% of StaffGoogle Lays Off Hundreds in Hardware, Voice Assistant TeamsSEC Says FBI Is Investigating Compromise of Agency’s X AccountBoeing CEO Fights Back Tears a  ( 36 min )

The cuts affect employees in divisions including hardware and internal software tools.  ( 27 min )

Spot bitcoin ETFs are launching in the U.S. on Thursday. Here's what the issuers and exchanges behind these products have to say.  ( 36 min )

Ron DeSantis described a single-rate income tax system where high-income households would pay the same marginal tax rate as middle-income families. Pressed on the fairness of that approach, he said he would make sure people are better off under his tax plan than they are now. That could be an enorm  ( 23 min )

Ark Invest CEO Cathie Wood joined 'The Claman Countdown' Wednesday where she addressed the SEC's false post on the Bitcoin ETF decision.  ( 34 min )

(Bloomberg) -- Ark Investment Management LLC’s Cathie Wood said she was taken aback by Securities and Exchange Commission Chair Gary Gensler’s statement shortly after the agency approved around a dozen exchange-traded funds that will directly hold Bitcoin. Most Read from BloombergAmazon’s Twitch to Cut 500 Employees, About 35% of StaffSEC Authorizes Bitcoin-Spot ETFs in Crypto’s BreakthroughSEC Says FBI Is Investigating Compromise of Agency’s X AccountBoeing CEO Fights Back Tears and Admits ‘Our  ( 34 min )

Hewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE) Chief Executive Antonio Neri told Reuters he does not foresee any major regulatory risks in China for his firm's $14 billion bid to acquire Juniper Networks. HPE on Tuesday offered to buy the networking firm, which makes custom networking chips and gear that can be used inside data centers to power artificial intelligence. Neri said the deal would bolster HPE's efforts to offer the firm's AI computing products and services to businesses that are reluctant to turn their data over to cloud computing companies.  ( 35 min )

Amazon will not offer concessions to E.U. regulators to clear its acquisition of iRobot.  ( 35 min )

Global sales of fully electric and plug-in hybrid vehicles (PHEVs) rose 31% in 2023, down from 60% growth in 2022, according to market research firm Rho Motion. "The pace of growth is slowing, but that's what's expected in growing markets like this," Rho Motion data manager Charles Lester told Reuters. Lester said global EV sales last year were largely in line with the 30% growth Rho Motion had forecast.  ( 34 min )

The biopharma company announced a big repurchase plan, along with strong preliminary Q4 results.  ( 35 min )

(Bloomberg) -- As delegates at the annual UN climate talks in Dubai celebrated last month’s historic deal to move away from fossil fuels, tens of thousands of laborers just across the Persian Gulf in Qatar were chasing a different goal: make the world’s largest natural-gas export facility even bigger.Most Read from BloombergAmazon’s Twitch to Cut 500 Employees, About 35% of StaffSEC Says FBI Is Investigating Compromise of Agency’s X AccountSEC Authorizes Bitcoin-Spot ETFs in Crypto’s Breakthroug  ( 42 min )

A yield spread premium (YSP) is a commission a mortgage broker receives for selling an interest rate to a borrower that is higher than the best rate they can get  ( 21 min )

It is possible to trade cryptocurrency and forex pairs, but there are several caveats to consider when doing so. Make sure you understand them before diving in.  ( 23 min )

Learn some of the top business tax tips that may help you avoid unnecessary tax burdens if you are self-employed, own, or manage a small business.  ( 27 min )

The best CD rates today are 5.75% from Citizens State Bank and 5.70% from NASA Federal Credit Union on terms shorter than 1 year, and 5.65% from Hyperion Bank for 15 months.  ( 20 min )

A tax refund is a state or federal reimbursement to a taxpayer who overpaid the taxes that they owed for the year, often by having too much withheld from their paychecks.  ( 28 min )

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) announced Thursday it was launching an investigation into Boeing's production processes amid the ongoing 737 Max 9 grounding.  ( 19 min )

The S&P 500 declined 0.07% on Thursday, Jan. 11, 2024, as markets finished flat following a hotter-than-expected inflation report.  ( 20 min )

Tax season is the period between Jan. 1 and about April 15 of each year when taxpayers get ready to report their taxable income for the previous year.  ( 25 min )

Demand-pull inflation is the upward pressure on prices that follows a shortage in supply where too much money is chasing too few goods.  ( 24 min )

The reasons for a delay in getting your tax refund can range from incorrect information on your tax forms to a debt offset or even identity theft.  ( 27 min )

A tax year is the 12-month calendar period covered by a taxpayer's annual tax return.  ( 25 min )

Mortgage interest is an expense paid by homeowners in addition to the principal balance of a mortgage loan.  ( 22 min )

An incentive stock option (ISO) is an employee benefit that gives the right to buy stock at a discount with a tax break on any profits.  ( 28 min )

Comparing price swings can help gain insight into price momentum. There's an opportunity for profit when there's disagreement between momentum indicators and price.  ( 26 min )

The top Apple shareholders are Arthur Levinson, Tim Cook, Al Gore, Vanguard Group, BlackRock, and Berkshire Hathaway.  ( 23 min )

Luxury electric carmaker Lucid Group Inc. reported production and deliveries in the fourth quarter tumbled from a year ago.  ( 19 min )

Chesapeake Energy Corp. is buying Southwestern Energy Co. to become the largest natural gas producer in the U.S.  ( 19 min )

Bank earnings are set to slide as the fourth-quarter reporting season gets underway Friday, with a confluence of factors limiting the positive impact of declining bond yields in late 2023.  ( 21 min )

Investment crowdfunding is a way to source money by soliciting many backers, each investing a relatively small amount.  ( 25 min )

Aggregate supply is the total supply of goods and services produced within an economy at a given overall price level in a given time period.  ( 25 min )

Double taxation refers to income taxes paid twice on the same income source. It occurs when income is taxed at both the corporate and personal level, or by two nations.  ( 25 min )

KB home revenue and profit fell last quarter as high mortgage rates weighed on demand, forcing the company to reduce home prices and offer concessions to buyers that cut into margins. The company, however, says the current fiscal year is off to a good start.  ( 19 min )

A home lien is a legal claim placed on a home.  ( 22 min )

Publication 535, Business Expenses is an IRS publication that discusses common business expenses and explains the rules for deducting business expenses.  ( 24 min )

The 403(b) plan is less understood than the more popular 401(k) plan, but they share some similarities.  ( 23 min )

Mirror investing offers transparency and the ability to benefit from someone else’s investment expertise, but it could be a fad that only appeals to a limited number of investors.  ( 24 min )

Dynamic scoring is a measure of the impact that proposed tax budgets would have on the budget deficit and the overall economy over time.  ( 25 min )

Full faith and credit describes one entity's unconditional guarantee or commitment to back the interest and principal of another entity's debt.  ( 21 min )

U.S. equities fell at midday on Thursday, Jan. 11, 2024 after the Labor Department's latest report on inflation showed consumer prices rose higher than expected last month.  ( 18 min )

Tesla shares dropped during intraday trading Thursday after reports that the company would increase wages as the United Auto Workers works to unionize workers at non-union automakers.  ( 19 min )

The recent descent of mortgage rates was interrupted for a second week, as the average rate ticked upward again.  ( 16 min )

Corporate travel management (CTM) is an important way that companies large and small can attempt to control and cut down on their travel costs.  ( 26 min )

Many business owners sell ownership in their company. Selling shares in a business can generate significant cash, which can pay down debts.  ( 29 min )

A design patent is a form of legal protection of the unique visual qualities of a manufactured item.  ( 24 min )

Algorithms in clinical decision tools have been making it harder for certain racial and socioeconomic groups to receive the healthcare they deserve.  ( 27 min )

Acquisition indigestion is a slang term that describes the difficulties that a company can face implementing a merger or acquisition.  ( 26 min )

Generation X was born between the mid-1960s and the early-1980s, after baby boomers and before millennials.  ( 29 min )

Google is laying off hundreds of employees across several teams as the tech giant cuts costs.  ( 18 min )

A highly compensated employee (HCE) owns at least 5% of the company and earns more than the federal predetermined compensation limit.  ( 26 min )

The best interest rates for boat loans typically start around 7.49% but vary based on the borrower's credit score, the loan amount, the loan term, and the age of the boat.  ( 23 min )

Citigroup shares fell more than 2% in early trading Thursday after it reported higher fourth-quarter charges than previously anticipated linked to its exposure to Argentina and Russia, as well as its restructuring.  ( 20 min )

Some boat loans can be as short as a few years, but, typically, they are between 10 and 20 years. Learn how boat loans work and how to compare their terms.  ( 26 min )

A gold IRA is a retirement investment vehicle used by individuals who hold gold bullion, coins, or other approved precious metals.  ( 27 min )

Barclays doesn’t offer many CD options, but it does offer competitive rates for certain terms. See Barclays’ CD rates, terms, and features to see if it’s the right fit for your savings.  ( 20 min )

The GDP price deflator measures the changes in prices for all of the goods and services produced in an economy.  ( 28 min )

Moving just a basis point higher, rates on 30-year mortgages continue wavering in a narrow range about a quarter point above their recent 7-month low.  ( 20 min )

Short selling is a way to profit when a stock's price goes down.  ( 30 min )

A partial release is given by a lender to a property owner when they wish to sell a portion of the land once a certain percentage of the loan is paid off.  ( 21 min )

Bitcoin spot Exchange Traded Funds begin trading today on three exchanges. Here is what you need to know about the new listings.  ( 20 min )

The battle against inflation took a wrong turn in December, when consumer price increases accelerated for the first time in three months.  ( 18 min )

A broker’s open house is a showing of a property for sale targeted to other real estate agents and not  ( 20 min )

The Federal Unemployment Tax Act (FUTA) imposes a payroll tax on businesses with employees, collecting revenue that funds unemployment benefits.  ( 28 min )

The Labor Department's latest inflation reading is expected to show prices moved slightly higher in December, while cryptocurrency stocks jumped after the SEC approved several spot Bitcoin ETFs. Here’s what investors need to know today.  ( 20 min )

When an asset or property is owned completely without any debts or liens against it, it is called "free and clear."  ( 22 min )

These three stocks are worth watching today. We discuss why and identify important chart levels to monitor.  ( 20 min )

Learn the difference between a positive correlation and a negative, or inverse, correlation and the way they apply in the real world.  ( 24 min )

Copula or probability theory is a statistical technique used for multivariate uniform distributions modeling of options and derivatives.  ( 22 min )

General Electric Co., once a bellwether of blue-chip stocks, has struggled in recent years. Learn about its rise and fall.  ( 29 min )

Friedrich Engels was a German philosopher, writer, and social scientist. Collaborating with Karl Marx, Engels helped to define modern communism.  ( 24 min )

The Fisher Transform is a technical indicator that normalizes asset prices to make turning points in price clearer.  ( 25 min )

IRAs are one of the most proven ways to grow investments over time, thanks to the magic of compounding.  ( 25 min )

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) announced Thursday it was launching an investigation into Boeing's production processes amid the ongoing 737 Max 9 grounding.  ( 1 min )

Chesapeake Energy Corp. is buying Southwestern Energy Co. to become the largest natural gas producer in the U.S.  ( 1 min )

Luxury electric carmaker Lucid Group Inc. reported production and deliveries in the fourth quarter tumbled from a year ago.  ( 1 min )

Google is laying off hundreds of employees across several teams as the tech giant cuts costs.  ( 1 min )

Tesla shares dropped during intraday trading Thursday after reports that the company would increase wages as the United Auto Workers works to unionize workers at non-union automakers.  ( 1 min )

Citigroup shares fell more than 2% in early trading Thursday after it reported higher fourth-quarter charges than previously anticipated linked to its exposure to Argentina and Russia, as well as its restructuring.  ( 1 min )

The S&P 500 declined 0.07% on Thursday, Jan. 11, 2024, as markets finished flat following a hotter-than-expected inflation report.  ( 1 min )

U.S. equities fell at midday on Thursday, Jan. 11, 2024 after the Labor Department's latest report on inflation showed consumer prices rose higher than expected last month.  ( 1 min )

Stock futures were up in premarket trading Thursday, putting stocks on track to extend yesterday's rally ahead of the release of December inflation data.  ( 1 min )

The Labor Department's latest inflation reading is expected to show prices moved slightly higher in December, while cryptocurrency stocks jumped after the SEC approved several spot Bitcoin ETFs. Here’s what investors need to know today.  ( 1 min )

These three stocks are worth watching today. We discuss why and identify important chart levels to monitor.  ( 1 min )

Tesla schort een groot deel van zijn productie in een fabriek bij Berlijn op van 29 januari tot 11 februari. De fabrikant van elektrische auto's stelt minder onderdelen te ontvangen doordat vrachtschepen de Rode Zee mijden en om moeten varen.  ( 8 min )

Vliegtuigfabrikant Airbus heeft vorig jaar een recordaantal bestellingen ontvangen voor zijn vliegtuigen. Daarnaast overtrof het bedrijf zijn doelstelling voor 2023 om voldoende toestellen af te leveren.  ( 8 min )

Microsoft haalde donderdag Apple kort in als 's werelds waardevolste bedrijf. De aandelenkoers van de iPhone-maker zakte door groeiende zorgen over de vraag naar producten.  ( 3 min )

Bedrijven mogen voortaan in de Verenigde Staten een bitcoin-ETF aanbieden. Daarmee kunnen beleggers de koers van de bitcoin volgen zonder de cryptomunt te hoeven kopen. De cryptosector keek reikhalzend uit naar dit moment, maar waarom eigenlijk?  ( 12 min )

3M stopt eerder met pfas-gerelateerde productieprocessen in de fabriek bij Antwerpen. Het chemiebedrijf stopt er eind januari al mee, in plaats van eind 2025. Dat moet ervoor zorgen dat er eerder minder pfas door de Westerschelde stromen.  ( 9 min )

Bijna 200.000 werknemers in de winkelstraat en distributiecentra krijgen een loonsverhoging van minimaal 3,75 procent. Daar komt bij dat de lonen in juli opnieuw omhooggaan als het minimumloon wordt aangepast. Ook in 2025 gebeurt dat nog twee keer.  ( 9 min )

Je kunt zonder grote moeite van miljoenen Nederlanders achterhalen waar zij zijn geweest, waarschuwt BNR donderdag. Datahandelaren bieden online uitgebreide advertentieprofielen van zo'n vier miljoen Nederlanders aan. Daarmee kun je zien waar iemand woont, werkt en vaak komt.  ( 10 min )

De Turkse lira is het nieuwe jaar slecht begonnen. Ondanks de renteverhogingen van de Turkse centrale bank zet de vrije val van de munt door. Voor het eerst heeft de dollar de grens van 30 lira doorbroken.  ( 9 min )

Met eerst veel regen en daarna een paar dagen flinke kou hebben veel akkerbouwers het niet makkelijk. De kou kan funest zijn voor wie nog suikerbieten en aardappelen in de grond heeft zitten, terwijl de regen juist bloembollentelers in de weg zit.  ( 9 min )

HelloFresh is voortaan duidelijker over de inhoud en voorwaarden van abonnementen. Toezichthouder Autoriteit Consument & Markt (ACM) tikte het bedrijf op de vingers na klachten van klanten die ongewild een abonnement op de maaltijdboxen waren aangegaan.  ( 9 min )

De provincies eisen dat Den Haag meer doet om de stikstofuitstoot terug te dringen. Ze willen niet langer de verantwoordelijkheid dragen voor het overgrote deel van de vermindering en vinden dat de landelijke overheid meer moet doen.  ( 9 min )

Van de vorig kwartaal verkochte woningen is ruim de helft voor meer dan de vraagprijs van eigenaar gewisseld. Dat is meer dan de 46 procent van de drie maanden ervoor. Uit cijfers van makelaarsvereniging NVM blijkt ook dat de huizenmarkt steeds krapper wordt.  ( 11 min )

Ruim de helft van de woningen is vorig kwartaal voor meer dan de vraagprijs van eigenaar gewisseld. Dat is meer dan de 46 procent een kwartaal eerder. Ook blijkt uit de cijfers van makelaarsvereniging NVM dat de huizenmarkt steeds krapper wordt.  ( 11 min )

Net als in 2023 begint Google het nieuwe jaar met een grote ontslagronde. Daarbij staan honderden banen op de tocht. De ontslagen vallen op de afdelingen die zich bezighouden met Google Assistent, smartphones, slimme horloges en thermostaten.  ( 9 min )

De prijzen in de horeca waren vorig jaar gemiddeld 8,8 procent hoger dan een jaar eerder. Ook onder meer boodschappen, tabak en vervoer werden duurder, terwijl energie juist fors goedkoper werd.  ( 9 min )

De wereld heeft er afgelopen jaar opnieuw fors meer zonne-energie bij gekregen dan een jaar eerder. Ook de komende jaren blijven groene energiebronnen hard groeien. De doelen die landen hebben afgesproken op de klimaattop in Dubai zijn daardoor in zicht.  ( 10 min )

Het aantal reisbureaus in Nederland is sinds het begin van de coronapandemie amper afgenomen. De behoefte van de reiziger verschuift wel: er is steeds meer vraag naar speciale reizen en reizen op maat.  ( 9 min )

The New York bank disclosed a series of one-time charges and expenses that will impact its fourth-quarter earnings report due out Friday.  ( 36 min )

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Coinbase (NASDAQ:COIN) is trending, and there are good reasons for this. Fans of crypto and the blockchain need to pay attention because Coinbase is at the center of major news stories that could mint new millionaires. I am bullish on COIN stock for the long term, but short-term traders should expect share price gyrations in both directions. Coinbase is headquartered in Delaware, and the company operates a popular cryptocurrency trading platform known as Coinbase. The Securities and Exchange Com  ( 36 min )

The exchange-traded funds will allow investors to buy bitcoin as easily as stocks or mutual funds.  ( 29 min )

Occidental stock has been under pressure lately, and Berkshire already owns a 27.7% stake in the energy company.  ( 21 min )

The approval of spot Bitcoin ETFs could supercharge demand for the cryptocurrency and send its price soaring.  ( 35 min )

Citigroup has announced a combined $2.1 billion in charges and reserve builds for the fourth quarter, according to a filing on Wednesday. The bank said it will book a $1.3 billion reserve build for currency exposures outside the U.S., especially in Argentina and Russia.  ( 34 min )

SEC's landmark decision approves 11 Bitcoin ETFs, heralding a new era for digital asset investments.  ( 34 min )

Wells Fargo's Mike Mayo told Bloomberg he wants to make the Institutional Investor hall of fame and win gold in a national powerlifting competition.  ( 34 min )

Major financial firms such as BlackRock and Fidelity are lining up to offer spot bitcoin ETFs for the first time. Here's what investors should know.  ( 35 min )

This growth stock offers investors an asset-light business model and a relatively cheap valuation.  ( 34 min )

Canoo is extremely high risk, but it's also high reward for investors.  ( 35 min )

Fisker is going to need to balance its transition to a more traditional dealership model.  ( 35 min )

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I appreciate management teams that can make effective investments in improving the business.  ( 33 min )

AMC Entertainment Holdings, Inc. (NYSE:AMC) shares are trading lower Wednesday, and the stock has fallen more than 30% over the past month. What To Know: AMC Entertainment announced that the “Taylor Swift – The Eras Tour” concert film officially became the highest grossing concert and documentary film in box office history. The film is distributed exclusively by AMC Theatres Distribution. In early January, AMC disclosed that it entered into multiple exchange agreements between Dec. 28 and Dec. 2  ( 34 min )

Multiple issuers' spot bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs) will begin trading on Thursday, the Cboe exchange said on Wednesday. Among the ETFs listed for trading were Ark 21Shares Bitcoin ETF, Franklin Bitcoin ETF, WisdomTree Bitcoin Fund and Invesco Galaxy Bitcoin ETF. The move marks a watershed moment for the industry and paves the way for a new vehicle to allow investors to get exposure to crypto, without directly owning the currency.  ( 33 min )

Apple's stock has been stung by three downgrades over the last two weeks, but the majority of Wall Street is still high on the company's outlook.  ( 37 min )

The upsurge in rates due to ship diversions did not come soon enough to rescue container lines’ fourth-quarter results. The post Container lines had rough Q4 before Red Sea-driven rate rebound appeared first on FreightWaves.  ( 36 min )

Shares of EchoStar, which recently merged with Dish Network, surged after the telecommunications company said it has hired advisers to help evaluate potential strategic alternatives.  ( 22 min )

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Stock for Meta Platforms, the parent company of Facebook, rose on Wednesday after positive commentary from Mizuho Securities analysts. The stock was up 3.75% to $370.85, nearing its highest close since September 2021, when it cl  ( 15 min )

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(Bloomberg) -- Traders expecting to make good on Cytokinetics Inc. takeover bets found themselves on a white-knuckle ride as prospects for a deal whipsawed shares. Most Read from BloombergAmazon’s Twitch to Cut 500 Employees, About 35% of StaffSEC Says FBI Is Investigating Compromise of Agency’s X AccountSEC Authorizes Bitcoin-Spot ETFs in Crypto’s BreakthroughBoeing CEO Fights Back Tears and Admits ‘Our Mistake’ in 737 AddressCytokinetics was already a takeover favorite when a batch of positive  ( 36 min )

"Rich Dad Poor Dad" author Robert Kiyosaki presents a compelling view on financial literacy that distinguishes the wealthy from the less affluent. His key principle is that the rich do not work for money in the conventional sense. Instead, they focus on acquiring assets and building wealth through strategic investments and business ventures. In a TikTok post from December 2022, Kiyosaki emphasized this concept in an interview, saying, “If you read Rich Dad, Poor Dad, rich dad’s lesson No. 1 — ri  ( 35 min )

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Amazon.com Inc. Founder Jeff Bezos, a key figure in modern business, saw a massive increase in his net worth from $107 billion in early 2023 to $177 billion a year later, marking a $70 billion gain, according to Fortune. This equates to an increase of $191,780,822 per day or about $7,990,868 per hour. To put this into perspective, Bezos earns the equivalent of the median lifetime earnings of a typical U.S. worker — $1.7 million in 2023 — in approximately 0.21 hours or about 12.76 minutes. In oth  ( 36 min )

Money managers got the green light Wednesday to launch 11 spot bitcoin ETFs roughly 24 hours after a fake social media post triggered chaos in the crypto world  ( 38 min )

Some money managers expect to get the green light as early as Wednesday to launch spot bitcoin ETFs despite the chaos triggered Tuesday by a fake SEC social-media post  ( 39 min )

"It's definitely disruptive and will affect our plans," Slack's chief of staff to the CTO wrote in a leaked memo.  ( 35 min )

Shares of EchoStar, which recently merged with Dish Network, jumped after the telecommunications company said it has hired advisors to help evaluate potential strategic alternatives.  ( 27 min )

Is this a necessary step toward profitability, or is there more to the story?  ( 34 min )

Looking for ways to profit from the AI revolution? You won't want to miss out on these discounted growth stocks.  ( 37 min )

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Oil prices slid into negative territory after a surprise inventory build in the US.  ( 35 min )

Oil gained for a second day in a row amid escalating attacks on vessels in the Red Sea and lower inventories in the US.  ( 36 min )

Hewlett Packard Enterprise’s swoop for Juniper Networks is set to create the second-biggest networking company in the U.S. market. That's both an opportunity and a challenge for Cisco Systems and Arista Networks.  ( 23 min )

Can Chipzilla sustain its newly found momentum on the market and join the elite trillion-dollar market cap club?  ( 38 min )

Elon Musk, recognized for his pivotal roles in SpaceX and Tesla Inc., has consistently expressed a preference for focusing on product development and technology rather than corporate leadership. Despite his position as a renowned CEO, Musk never aspired to be one. His journey to becoming an influential figure in 21st-century business reflects a man driven more by a passion for innovation and technological advancement than by a desire for corporate dominance. Don't Miss: Airbnb was worth $47 bill  ( 36 min )

These companies have powerful positions in tech and are trading at a bargain compared to Nvidia.  ( 37 min )

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The reluctant SEC chair turned an esoteric financial vehicle into a three-ring circus.  ( 35 min )

Mobileye is not the only semiconductor stock to give a weaker-than-expected outlook.  ( 35 min )

(Bloomberg) -- The pass rate for the first level of the chartered financial analyst exam fell further below its historic average, another sign that test-takers are still dealing with pandemic-related disruptions that became common after the Covid-19 outbreak.Most Read from BloombergSEC’s X Account Hacked to Falsely Say Bitcoin ETF ApprovedAmazon’s Twitch to Cut 500 Employees, About 35% of StaffBottled Water Contains More Plastic Particles Than Previously ThoughtBoeing CEO Fights Back Tears and A  ( 34 min )

Don't be scared off by the high price of gold. There are great ways to add shimmer to your portfolio.  ( 37 min )

Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing reported a drop in sales for December but beat expectations for the quarter overall. Demand for artificial-intelligence chips looks set to propel a recovery going forward.  ( 22 min )

Facebook parent Meta had a stellar 2023 after a poor 2022. It could go even higher, say Mizuho Securities analysts.  ( 21 min )

Palantir stock hit a valuation milestone I was targeting.  ( 34 min )

The Nasdaq soared over 40% in 2023. But hype around AI could send the index even higher this year.  ( 37 min )

Big Oil has been in a rut for the past six months as oil prices have fallen, taking the stocks down with them.  ( 27 min )

The Twitter account of Wall Street’s top watchdog was taken over by Bitcoin scammers who pumped up its price with a fake message.  ( 34 min )

Truist analyst Michael Ciarmoli upgraded shares of space tourism pioneer Virgin Galactic to Hold from Sell. His target price went to $3 a share from $1.  ( 22 min )

Hewlett Packard Enterprise is buying Juniper Networks in an all-cash deal valued at about $14 billion, which is anticipated to double HPE's networking business. A Wall Street Journal report about a potential deal saw Juniper's stock surge 22% and HPE's stock dip 9% before an official announcement was made. HPE will pay $40 per Juniper share.  ( 34 min )

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EPS estimates show one of these companies could deliver significantly more growth over the next two years.  ( 37 min )

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The bank’s stock has outperformed in recent months, but coming reports may be key.  ( 28 min )

If the electric vehicle upstart is to survive its cash crunch, its new delivery strategy will have to work sooner rather than later.  ( 36 min )

It's hard to beat these companies' track records.  ( 37 min )

It's not just retirees and near-retirees who can use regular infusions of extra income. Young folks might consider these ETFs, too.  ( 37 min )

Eyes are on the looming US consumer inflation report as expectations for rate cuts cool.  ( 35 min )

If there's one thing you can depend on when it comes to taxes, it's that at least some of the rules, exemptions and deductions are sure to change every year. This year was no exception, as many things have changed for 2023 taxes being filed by April 2024. So before you start pulling together the […] The post Important Tax Changes to Know Before You File in 2024 appeared first on SmartReads by SmartAsset.  ( 35 min )

Super Micro Computer is an alternative investment to Nvidia.  ( 36 min )

These growth stocks are trading at under $20 per share and could deliver big wins for long-term shareholders.  ( 36 min )

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I’m 72 years old and my wife is 70. Over the years, some of our financial decisions were not the best, but we have enjoyed 45 years together so far, having two sons and now two daughter-in-laws and five grandchildren. Our problem is that because we wanted to give our sons the best of everything […] The post Ask an Advisor: We’re in Our 70s With $120k in Savings and Social Security. How Do We Make It Last? appeared first on SmartReads by SmartAsset.  ( 37 min )

These businesses can be great additions to investors' portfolios, offering growth and income opportunities.  ( 37 min )

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"I hate the unpredictability of spreading payments over 30 years where financial circumstances can change."  ( 36 min )

(Bloomberg) -- Just 10 days into the new year and a familiar stock is back near the top of the leaderboard: Nvidia Corp.Most Read from BloombergSEC’s X Account Hacked to Falsely Say Bitcoin ETF ApprovedAmazon’s Twitch to Cut 500 Employees, About 35% of StaffBottled Water Contains More Plastic Particles Than Previously ThoughtUS and Allies Met Secretly With Ukraine on Peace PlanAfter struggling for months to break out above $500 a share, last year’s best performer in the S&P 500 has pushed decisi  ( 37 min )

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Do you want to start investing for the future? Here are two dirt-cheap stocks that could beat the market.  ( 37 min )

Palantir is a popular artificial intelligence stock among retail investors, but Wall Street sees far more upside for HubSpot shareholders.  ( 37 min )

The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) will decide on Wednesday whether to approve an application from asset managers Ark Investments and 21Shares to launch a spot bitcoin ETF. More than a dozen bitcoin ETF applications, including from BlackRock, Fidelity and VanEck, are also pending with the agency. Several industry executives told Reuters earlier this week they expected the SEC will approve the Ark/21Shares product along with many others.  ( 35 min )

These companies are some of the biggest growth drivers in tech, and you won't want to miss out on their potential.  ( 37 min )

After a wild chapter in the bitcoin ETF approval process, investors are still left with the question, assuming an approval will eventually come: Should you buy?  ( 37 min )

This investment requires next to no effort, but it could help you make a lot of money.  ( 36 min )

The following stocks could deliver big gains over time.  ( 36 min )

Hewlett Packard Enterprise reaches an agreement to acquire Juniper Networks for about $14 billion, while Coinbase and other crypto stocks fall as Bitcoin trades lower.  ( 26 min )

This dividend stock generates sufficient income to support a growing dividend payment.  ( 35 min )

A couple of these stocks pay more than 5%.  ( 37 min )

Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing reported a drop in sales for December but beat expectations for the quarter overall. Demand for artificial-intelligence chips looks set to propel a recovery going forward.  ( 22 min )

You don't need a mountain of cash to begin building your wealth on Wall Street.  ( 38 min )

The biggest stocks in Cathie Wood's premier ETF have been soaring on monstrous bullish momentum.  ( 37 min )

Investing in the S&P 500 over the long term would have served you well, but investing in these 10 stocks would have made you a fortune.  ( 41 min )

Today could be the day. The Securities and Exchange Commission faces a final deadline Wednesday to rule on at least one of 11 applications for exchange-traded funds that hold bitcoin. The decision is long awaited by cryptocurrency watchers—and the prospect that some or all of the applications will  ( 24 min )

The Securities and Exchange Commission's official government account on the social media platform X was not hacked or breached when it posted about Bitcoin, X's safety team found.  ( 35 min )

(Bloomberg) -- Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co.’s fourth-quarter revenue was better than estimates as demand from artificial intelligence players helped offset sagging smartphone and laptop chip sales.Most Read from BloombergSEC X Account Compromised to Falsely Say Bitcoin ETFs ApprovedAmazon’s Twitch to Cut 500 Employees, About 35% of StaffBottled Water Contains More Plastic Particles Than Previously ThoughtUS and Allies Met Secretly With Ukraine on Peace PlanBlackRock Cuts 3% of Global W  ( 35 min )

The drugmaker’s obesity treatment and other medications could be revolutionary—and a smart way to bet on them is through options.  ( 24 min )

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Juniper shareholders will receive $40 per share in cash after the deal closes, a 32% premium over Monday’s closing price.  ( 22 min )

The latest Consumer Electronics Show kicked off, shining a light on artificial intelligence stocks.  ( 35 min )

(Bloomberg) -- Hewlett Packard Enterprise Co. agreed to buy Juniper Networks Inc. for $14 billion in a move that will expand its presence in networking but raised skepticism from Wall Street.Most Read from BloombergSEC X Account Compromised to Falsely Say Bitcoin ETFs ApprovedUS and Allies Met Secretly With Ukraine on Peace PlanBlackRock Cuts 3% of Global Workforce, Citing Dramatic Industry ShiftsXi, Biden and the $10 Trillion Cost of War Over TaiwanIPhone Survives 16,000-Foot Fall, Helps Steer  ( 36 min )

(Bloomberg) -- Right around the start of November, two words suddenly disappeared from the chatter in the bond market: debt supply. As bond prices surged across the developed world day after day, sending yields tumbling and handing investors some much-needed profits, the angst about soaring budget deficits melted away.Most Read from BloombergSEC X Account Compromised to Falsely Say Bitcoin ETFs ApprovedUS and Allies Met Secretly With Ukraine on Peace PlanBlackRock Cuts 3% of Global Workforce, Ci  ( 39 min )

When China imposed new export controls on graphite in the name of national security, it inadvertently created a major opportunity for one very unique U.S. graphite player.  ( 43 min )

Whichever type of retirement account you choose, these simple strategies will help you build a bigger nest egg for your future.  ( 28 min )

Hyperledger Burrow was an open-source blockchain framework that handled transactions and executed smart contracts on a permissioned virtual machine.  ( 22 min )

The 183-day rule is one criteria used to determine if a non-citizen is considered a resident for tax purposes.  ( 25 min )

The best CD rate today is 5.75%, offered by Citizens State Bank for 7 months or INOVA Federal Credit Union for 8 months, while NASA Federal Credit Union is paying 5.70% APY.  ( 20 min )

The S&P 500 gained 0.6% on Wednesday, Jan. 10, 2024, ahead of inflation data and bank earnings later in the week.  ( 19 min )

A mortgage company originates and/or funds mortgages for residential or commercial property.  ( 20 min )

While the best savings accounts are currently paying higher rates than most CDs, that's likely to change in 2024. So what's the better choice for your savings?  ( 19 min )

The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission has approved 11 spot bitcoin exchange-traded funds, which are set to begin trading on Thursday. The approval will make crypto investing more accessible, bringing large amounts of money into the crypto space.  ( 20 min )

A mid-cap fund is a type of investment fund that focuses its investments on companies with a capitalization in the middle range of listed stocks in the market.  ( 21 min )

Credit card companies are unlikely to forgive your debt completely, but you may be able to reduce the amount you owe, depending on your circumstances.  ( 23 min )

Investopedia and NY1 are teaming up on a series of biweekly updates tracking the health of New York City’s economy, highlighting the best and worst-performing areas of New York's housing, tourism, leisure and hospitality metrics.  ( 22 min )

Here’s what’s in the new corporate alternative minimum tax that the United States now imposes on very large corporations.  ( 29 min )

Investopedia and NY1 are teaming up on a series of biweekly updates tracking the health of New York City’s economy, highlighting the best and worst-performing areas of New York's housing, tourism, leisure and hospitality metrics.  ( 21 min )

Effective management of your retirement will require being aware of when to expect your Social Security income and what changes to expect in 2024.  ( 31 min )

If you fail to take the required minimum distribution (RMD) from your retirement account, then you need to take these steps to avoid a 25% penalty.  ( 26 min )

You can inherit an IRA tax-free but you could be hit with a 50% penalty if you don't follow the rules for required minimum distributions (RMDs).  ( 33 min )

How much should you contribute to your 401(k)? The short answer is as much as you can, but there is more to it than that.  ( 30 min )

Risks related artificial intelligence, including misinformation and disinformation, were some of the top concerns of global leaders surveyed by the World Economic Forum.  ( 19 min )

The trade-off between paying off your mortgage and saving more for retirement depends on how long you've had the mortgage and how far you are from retiring.  ( 26 min )

Learn whether you can deduct IRA contributions on your tax return. It varies according to the individual and based on multiple factors.  ( 25 min )

An eligible contract participant (ECP) is permitted to engage in financial transactions that aren't open to retail customers. Stringent requirements must be met.  ( 23 min )

The record date is the last date on which shareholders are eligible to receive a dividend or distribution. It's established by the company's board.  ( 24 min )

Their inverse relationship with stocks and bonds makes these investments worth getting to know.  ( 33 min )

The influential work of economists Diamond and Dybvig has increased understanding of why bank runs happen—and how to more effectively prevent them.  ( 25 min )

WD-40 Co. shares jumped Wednesday as the maker of maintenance and household products reported profit and sales that beat estimates.  ( 18 min )

The relative strength index and the stochastic oscillator are two well known technical momentum oscillators. They have very different underlying theories.  ( 22 min )

Your cost basis is the price you pay for a bond, including sales commission, revised for accrued or accreted interest if you sell the bond before it matures.  ( 28 min )

The European Union’s proposed regulation aims at protecting crypto investors and maintaining the digital currency’s market stability.  ( 28 min )

A line chart connects a series of data points and is used by traders to monitor prices, currencies, indexes, and other data.  ( 28 min )

The presidential election cycle theory attempts to forecast trends in U.S. stock markets following the election of a new president.  ( 25 min )

Amazon is cutting hundreds of jobs at its Prime Video, MGM Studios, and Twitch units as it redirects spending and reduces costs.  ( 19 min )

Voting rights are given to a stockholder to vote on matters of corporate policy. It is common for votes to be voiced by proxy. Learn why stockholder voting matters.  ( 23 min )

A 10-year Treasury note is a debt obligation issued by the US government that matures in 10 years. It pays interest twice a year and face value at maturity.  ( 27 min )

U.S. equities were up at midday on Wednesday, Jan. 10, 2024 ahead of key inflation data and earnings reports due later in the week.  ( 18 min )

Acquisition financing is the capital that is obtained for the purpose of buying another business. Learn the different types of financing available and how they work.  ( 22 min )

Consolidated tape is an electronic system that collates real-time exchange-listed data, such as price and volume, and disseminates it to investors.  ( 24 min )

With a minor downward tick, rates on 30-year mortgages continue to waver in a narrow range that's about a quarter point above their recent 7-month low.  ( 20 min )

Intuitive Surgical's preliminary results were above analysts' estimates as the number of procedures using its surgical devices increased.  ( 20 min )

Oprah Winfrey achieved billionaire status in 2003 at age 49, and she has a net worth of approximately $2.8 billion. Learn about the rags-to-riches rise of this self-made billionaire.  ( 28 min )

The working-age population in a region includes those in an age range, typically 18-64 or 15-64, considered able and likely to work. Learn why this statistic matters.  ( 23 min )

Debt consolidation could help or hurt your ability to get a mortgage depending on how your new loan impacts your DTI ratio.  ( 25 min )

A debt consolidation loan can save you money on interest and help you pay your debts off faster. Here's how and where to get one.  ( 24 min )

Hewlett Packard Enterprise said it will buy Juniper Networks in a $14 billion deal to boost its artificial intelligence capabilities.  ( 18 min )

These two stocks and one ETF are worth monitoring today. We discuss why and identify important chart levels to watch.  ( 21 min )

Upside refers to the potential increase in value, measured in monetary or percentage terms, of an investment.  ( 22 min )

A guide to help you choose insurance that keeps your finances safe. Numerous options can be combined to personalize a policy for your needs.  ( 31 min )

Crypto stocks fell after a fake post from the SEC ahead of the agency's decision on a Bitcoin ETF and Intuitive Surgical jumped after reporting a rise in procedures using its robotic surgical system. Here’s what investors need to know today.  ( 20 min )

In general, 401(k) plans and 403(b) plans are very similar but they do have a few key differences, such as the investment choices offered.  ( 22 min )

The standard error is the standard deviation of a sample population. It measures the accuracy with which a sample represents a population.  ( 25 min )

Learn how the stochastic oscillator indicator is sensitive to price, and discover technical indicators traders use to complement it such as the RSI and MACD.  ( 23 min )

Historical data seems to suggest that the party running the United States has no noticeable impact on the country’s equities market.  ( 25 min )

The S&P 500 gained 0.6% on Wednesday, Jan. 10, 2024, ahead of inflation data and bank earnings later in the week.  ( 1 min )

U.S. equities were up at midday on Wednesday, Jan. 10, 2024 ahead of key inflation data and earnings reports due later in the week.  ( 1 min )

These two stocks and one ETF are worth monitoring today. We discuss why and identify important chart levels to watch.  ( 1 min )

Stock futures were little changed in premarket trading Wednesday with all eyes on Bitcoin as markets await a decision on at least one spot Bitcoin ETF.  ( 1 min )

Crypto stocks fell after a fake post from the SEC ahead of the agency's decision on a Bitcoin ETF and Intuitive Surgical jumped after reporting a rise in procedures using its robotic surgical system. Here’s what investors need to know today.  ( 1 min )

De Amerikaanse beurswaakhond SEC is akkoord gegaan met de komst van beursgenoteerde bitcoinfondsen, ook wel bitcoin-ETF's genoemd. Dinsdag verscheen daarover al een bericht op X, maar de SEC claimde dat dat een nepbericht was. Nu is de toezichthouder alsnog akkoord.  ( 9 min )

Het Franse postbedrijf La Poste is een experiment begonnen met een paskamer in het postkantoor. Zo kunnen klanten hun online bestelde kledingstukken passen en indien nodig snel weer retour sturen. De eerste paskamer is in een vestiging in Parijs geplaatst.  ( 9 min )

De Amerikaanse veiligheidsdienst FBI onderzoekt hoe een nepbericht over bitcoinfondsen kon verschijnen op het X-account van de Amerikaanse beurstoezichthouder SEC. Het onjuiste bericht zorgde voor een flinke koersdaling van de bitcoin.  ( 9 min )

Boeing-topman Dave Calhoun heeft toegegeven dat zijn bedrijf verantwoordelijk is voor de productiefouten bij de 737 MAX 9-toestellen. "We gaan dit aanpakken", zei Calhoun geëmotioneerd. Afgelopen vrijdag schoot een deurpaneel van een vliegend toestel los.  ( 3 min )

Grote verzekeraars en claimorganisaties zijn het eens geworden over compensatie van consumenten die gedupeerd zijn met beleggingsverzekeringen. Daarmee sluit het woekerpolisdossier na 25 jaar mogelijk dit jaar. De honderden miljoenen euro's gaan naar een klein deel van de miljoenen gedupeerden.  ( 11 min )

Grote verzekeraars en claimorganisaties zijn het eens geworden over compensatie van consumenten die gedupeerd zijn met beleggingsverzekeringen. Daarmee sluit het woekerpolisdossier na 25 jaar mogelijk dit jaar. De honderden miljoenen euro's gaan naar een klein deel van de miljoenen gedupeerden.  ( 11 min )

De gastoevoer van Noorwegen naar de rest van Europa is in 2023 met 6,7 procent gedaald. Hoewel Europa het gas hard nodig had, kampte het Noorse staatsbedrijf Gassco met langdurige onderbrekingen voor onderhoud.  ( 9 min )

Boze boeren en ontevreden treinpersoneel zorgen samen voor een ongekende situatie in Duitsland. Het verkeer daar is grotendeels lamgelegd, schrijven Duitse media. En het einde is nog niet in zicht.  ( 10 min )

Steven van Weyenberg volgt Sigrid Kaag op als demissionair minister van Financiën. Van Weyenberg was net staatssecretaris van Onderwijs, Cultuur en Wetenschap, maar verschuift nu dus van plek.  ( 9 min )

Op de twee locaties in het Groningenveld waar de gaskraan onlangs weer was geopend, gaat-ie weer dicht. De productielocaties waren op het zogenoemde 'waakvlamniveau' gezet vanwege de lage temperaturen.  ( 8 min )

Tijdens de afgelopen jaarwisseling is er opnieuw veel siervuurwerk afgestoken. Beperkende maatregelen in sommige gemeenten, zoals lokale of regionale afsteekverboden, mochten de pret niet drukken.  ( 9 min )

Tijdens de afgelopen jaarwisseling is er opnieuw veel siervuurwerk afgestoken. Consumenten trekken zich nog altijd weinig aan van de beperkende maatregelen zoals lokale of regionale afsteekverboden.  ( 9 min )

Vanaf vandaag kunnen sekswerkers zich makkelijker verzekeren. Nationale-Nederlanden is de eerste verzekeraar die het voor sekswerkers vanaf 21 jaar mogelijk maakt om een zakelijke schadeverzekering af te sluiten.  ( 9 min )

Wereldwijd staan ruim 170 Boeing 737 MAX 9-vliegtuigen aan de grond nadat vrijdag een paneel losschoot op 5.000 meter hoogte. Waarom vliegen de Europese luchtvaartmaatschappijen zoals Corendon wel door met het toestel?  ( 9 min )

De gastoevoer van Noorwegen naar de rest van Europa is in 2023 met 6,7 procent gedaald. Hoewel Europa het gas hard nodig had, kampte het Noorse staatsbedrijf Gassco met langdurige onderbrekingen voor onderhoud.  ( 3 min )

De verspreiding van desinformatie door middel van kunstmatige intelligentie is het grootste risico van dit moment, zo blijkt onderzoek van het World Economic Forum (WEF). Experts vrezen dat AI-gegenereerde desinformatie wordt gebruikt om maatschappelijke en politieke verschillen te vergroten.  ( 3 min )

Het ziekteverzuim door psychische klachten kost de samenleving ruim 1 miljard euro per jaar. Arbo Unie telde vorig jaar 2,9 miljoen verzuimdagen als gevolg van mentale klachten.  ( 9 min )

China beweert de verzenders van AirDrops te kunnen achterhalen. Op Apple-apparaten kun je via AirDrop bestanden naar andere Apple-toestellen in de buurt sturen. In 2022 gebruikten demonstranten in China en Hongkong die methode om anoniem informatie te verspreiden.  ( 3 min )

Dit jaar zouden weer ruimtevaarders richting de maan reizen, maar NASA heeft zijn nieuwe bemande missie nu officieel uitgesteld tot volgend jaar september. Volgens de Amerikaanse ruimtevaartorganisatie moet eerst een aantal technische problemen worden opgelost.  ( 9 min )

Verzekeraar NN Group schikt voor circa 300 miljoen euro in de zogeheten woekerpolisaffaire. De verzekeraar heeft daarover een overeenkomst gesloten met vier claimorganisaties en de Consumentenbond. Alle juridische procedures tegen NN worden nu stopgezet.  ( 9 min )

Boeing-topman Dave Calhoun heeft toegegeven dat zijn bedrijf verantwoordelijk is voor de productiefouten bij de 737 MAX 9-toestellen. "We gaan dit aanpakken", zei Calhoun geëmotioneerd. Afgelopen vrijdag schoot een deurpaneel van een vliegend toestel los.  ( 9 min )

De koers van de bitcoin zakt verder in na een onjuist bericht op X over de goedkeuring van beursgenoteerde bitcoinfondsen. Het leek erop dat de Amerikaanse toezichthouder deze bitcoin-ETF's had goedgekeurd, maar dat blijkt niet te kloppen.  ( 10 min )

De Amerikaanse maanlander die maandag werd gelanceerd, zal definitief niet op de maan landen. Door technische problemen is er "geen enkele kans" op een succesvolle maanlanding, meldt het bedrijf dat de maanlander gebouwd heeft dinsdag.  ( 9 min )

Voor het eerst komen er thuisbatterijen op de markt waarmee je niet alleen eigen zonne-energie kan opslaan, maar waarmee je ook voor energiehandelaar kan spelen. Heeft dat zin? Of is het een dure hobby die de problemen met ons overvolle stroomnet alleen maar erger maakt?  ( 11 min )

Tussen de 3 en 3,5 miljoen werknemers hebben afgelopen jaar naast een forse loonsverhoging ook een eenmalige uitkering ontvangen. Het gaat daarbij om een gemiddeld bedrag van 946 euro bruto, bijna twee keer zoveel als in 2021.  ( 10 min )

WD-40 Co. shares jumped Wednesday as the maker of maintenance and household products reported profit and sales that beat estimates.  ( 1 min )

Amazon is cutting hundreds of jobs at its Prime Video, MGM Studios, and Twitch units as it redirects spending and reduces costs.  ( 1 min )

Intuitive Surgical's preliminary results were above analysts' estimates as the number of procedures using its surgical devices increased.  ( 1 min )

Hewlett Packard Enterprise said it will buy Juniper Networks in a $14 billion deal to boost its artificial intelligence capabilities.  ( 1 min )

Extreme Networks shares dropped more than 7% Tuesday after the company cut its second quarter fiscal 2024 outlook because of a pullback in customer purchases.  ( 1 min )

Count Urban Outfitters as the latest fashion retailer to report strong 2023 holiday sales. The news sent shares sharply higher Tuesday.  ( 1 min )

Student loans can have an impact on your taxes, including reducing your tax bill if you've been paying interest. Here's what you need to know.  ( 25 min )

Big banks don't always offer high savings and CD rates, but you can get 5.10% on a savings account at BMO Alto, 5.30% on a 6-month CD from Discover and Synchrony, and even 5.25% on a 1-year CD from Capital One.  ( 19 min )

The best CD rate today is 5.75%, offered by Citizens State Bank for 7 months and also INOVA Federal Credit Union for 8 months. Two additional CDs are paying 5.70% APY.  ( 22 min )

Count Urban Outfitters as the latest fashion retailer to report strong 2023 holiday sales. The news sent shares sharply higher Tuesday.  ( 20 min )

A health savings account (HSA) is a good deal for almost anyone who wants to save on taxes and healthcare costs. Here's how it works.  ( 31 min )

A liquidity event is an event that allows early investors in a company to cash out some or all of their equity.  ( 22 min )

Extreme Networks shares dropped more than 7% Tuesday after the company cut its second quarter fiscal 2024 outlook because of a pullback in customer purchases.  ( 20 min )

The Canadian Institute of Actuaries, or CIA, is a professional organization for actuaries in Canada.  ( 21 min )

Businesses use various forecasting methods to predict future crude oil prices.  ( 24 min )

The S&P 500 lost 0.2% on Tuesday, Jan. 9., 2024, as Monday's tech rally lost momentum.  ( 17 min )

A significant number of M&A transactions result in failure. Here are the top reasons why it happens.  ( 23 min )

Independent broker-dealers are a great choice for experienced, self-starter planners who have established practices.  ( 25 min )

Shares of videogame development platform maker Unity Software tumbled after saying it plans to lay off 25% of its workforce.  ( 18 min )

Hewlett Packard Enterprise and Juniper Networks are reportedly in advanced talks for HPE to purchase the networking equipment and services provider.  ( 19 min )

Downstream operations are oil and gas functions that occur after the production phase to the point of sale. Read how downstream companies make money.  ( 22 min )

The Securities and Exchange Commission is widely expected to approve the first Bitcoin spot exchange-traded fund (ETF) this week.  ( 19 min )

A certificate of deposit is a good way to save money, especially when interest rates are high or rising. Learn about Third Federal Savings & Loan’s CD rates, term lengths, and more.  ( 21 min )

"Fabless company” refers to a company that designs and markets hardware while outsourcing the manufacturing of that hardware to a third-party partner.  ( 24 min )

The NFIB Small Business Optimism Index beat expectations with a reading of 91.9 in December, an increase of 1.3 points from the prior month, and above its 2023 average of 90.7  ( 20 min )

West Texas Intermediate is the underlying commodity of the New York Mercantile Exchange's oil futures contract and one of the main global oil benchmarks.  ( 21 min )

Microchip Technology shares rebounded from early losses as Jefferies analysts raised their price target on the stock and said the maker of analog semiconductors could benefit from an "Analog Renaissance."  ( 19 min )

Over the past half decade, Boeing shares have fluctuated on news of production delays and safety concerns as it works to return to pre-pandemic levels.  ( 20 min )

Find out which types of debt are better to pay down as soon as possible, and which ones might be better to pay off more slowly to allow you to achieve other financial goals.  ( 25 min )

Check out the current Bread Savings CD rates and see how they compare to the competition. Maximize your savings with flexible and secure CD investments at Bread.  ( 21 min )

UK pharmaceuticals giant GSK PLC said Tuesday that it plans to buy Aiolos Bio Inc. for $1.4 billion as it seeks to expand its respiratory pipeline.  ( 18 min )

U.S. equities reversed Monday's gains and were down at midday Tuesday, Jan. 9, 2024 as Eversource and other energy stocks lost ground.  ( 18 min )

The outlook for the U.S. economy this year brightened slightly after congressional leaders agreed on federal government spending, potentially averting a government shutdown looming in less than two weeks. Rising debt, however, poses a longer-term threat to the economy.  ( 21 min )

In the last week of December, Apple's iPhone sales in China dropped 30% from a year earlier, with Jefferies analysts projecting a double-digit decline in 2024.  ( 18 min )

Though wavering the last several days, rates on 30-year mortgages are sitting moderately higher after sinking to a 7-month low just after Christmas.  ( 20 min )

Debt consolidation can help consumers save money and get out of debt faster, but only if certain conditions are met.  ( 23 min )

A round lot is a standard number of units of an investment product. A round lot of stocks is 100 shares or any number divisible by 100.  ( 24 min )

The top Google (Alphabet) shareholders are Larry Page, Sergey Brin, Sundar Pichai, Vanguard Group Inc., and BlackRock Inc.  ( 24 min )

Above full employment equilibrium refers to an economy operating at a level where its real GDP temporarily outstrips its potential level.  ( 21 min )

Capital One offers a solid certificate of deposit (CD) account, with a variety of term lengths, good rates, and no minimum deposit required.  ( 21 min )

Learn how a financial advisor can help you analyze and structure your finances to reduce debt and save you money. Here's how to find the right financial advisor for you.  ( 25 min )

Keep these two stocks and one cryptocurrency on your watchlist today. We discuss why and identify important chart levels to watch.  ( 21 min )

A company's shares can become a whisper stock when rumors circulate that it is the target of a takeover offer from another company.  ( 22 min )

The labor force participation rate is a measurement of an economy’s active workforce.  ( 32 min )

Learn about the maximum 20% personal and 0% corporate taxes of Jersey, a self-governing possession of the British Crown and one of the Channel Islands.  ( 23 min )

Boeing shares extended losses as airline inspections revealed more loose parts and Juniper Networks jumped on reports it could be acquired by Hewlett Packard Enterprise. Here’s what investors need to know today.  ( 20 min )

A wholly-owned subsidiary is a company whose common stock is 100% owned by the parent company.  ( 26 min )

The Bureau of Labor Statistics' employment report is a widely watched indicator of economic well-being that directly influences the market.  ( 28 min )

The Internal Revenue Service said it will start accepting and processing 2023 tax returns on Jan. 29, 2024, though taxpayers can start working on their taxes ahead of that date.  ( 19 min )

Jobless claims are a statistic reported weekly by the U.S. Department of Labor that counts people filing to receive unemployment insurance benefits.  ( 23 min )

Whitemail is a strategy that a takeover target uses to try and thwart a hostile takeover attempt.  ( 22 min )

A gray knight is a friendlier alternative to a hostile black knight in corporate takeover situations where a white knight cannot make a deal.  ( 23 min )

The Investopedia Anxiety Index is a gauge of investor sentiment based on the behavior of over 20 million Investopedia readers around the world.  ( 22 min )

A buyer's market happens when purchasers have an advantage over sellers in price negotiations. Learn how this affects the home buying and selling process.  ( 22 min )

A sector breakdown is the mix of sectors within a fund or portfolio, typically expressed as a portfolio percentage.  ( 24 min )

Spud is the beginning process to drill a well in the oil and gas industry.  ( 22 min )

Intel agreed to buy Silicon Mobility SAS, a fabless silicon and software company. Terms were not disclosed.  ( 26 min )

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Boeing stock took a hit after a 737 MAX 9 lost an emergency door plug in flight. Wall Street is defending shares, but investors should still run through best and worst-case scenarios.  ( 31 min )

Bitcoin briefly jumped to near $48,000 after a message posted on the Securities and Exchange Commission's account on X said the agency had approved the listing of exchange-traded funds that hold the cryptocurrency. The message later appeared to have been deleted. SEC Chairman Gary Gensler and the  ( 24 min )

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November and December were two months of tremendous share price acceleration for most of the real estate investment trust (REIT) sector. Many REITs rose 30% or more after bottoming out at the end of October. But often after such activity, analysts begin to sharpen their pencils and take a more stringent look at some of the issues that have made large price leaps. This year is already off to a rough start for several REITs that had share price appreciation at year's end. Several REITs had recentl  ( 39 min )

Lawmakers hope to finish a deal that could include $100 billion in tax breaks for businesses and families.  ( 29 min )

“Home prices have once again broken through to a new record high,” James Egan says, but the bank still sees them dropping in 2024.  ( 36 min )

Big Oil has been in a rut for the past six months as oil prices have fallen, taking the stocks down with them.  ( 27 min )

The AI server company once again is riding Nvidia's coattails, with a potential business update tomorrow.  ( 36 min )

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Shares in Grifols fell as much as over 40% on Tuesday, wiping $3.83 billion off its market value, after hedge fund Gotham City Research questioned its accounting, prompting the Spanish drugmaker to "categorically" deny any wrongdoing. Gotham City Research said that Grifols received almost all of its earnings from so-called "non-controlling interests." These satellite companies a few of which the shortseller focused on in its report, include blood donation firm Haema AG, plasma donation company BPC Plasma and testing firm Grifols Diagnostics Solutions, account for 96.8% of the company's profits, the report says.  ( 36 min )

Lawsuit filed a month before the mid-air blowout alleged that Spirit AeroSystems made parts with "an excessive amount of defects."  ( 36 min )

In the United States, the concept of being rich is often a subject of discussion, curiosity and, sometimes, aspiration. Charles Schwab's 2023 Modern Wealth Survey provides insights into this topic, revealing that the average American equates being wealthy with a net worth of approximately $2.2 million. Although the most recent data from the Federal Reserve reveals the average American household is a millionaire with a net worth of $1.06 million, looking at the median or midpoint value portrays a  ( 35 min )

The Vietnamese EV start-up VinFast unveiled an all-electric pickup truck at CES, joining a field where Tesla, Rivian, and Ford are big players.  ( 21 min )

About 41% of Original Medicare beneficiaries had Medicare Supplement Insurance, or Medigap, in 2021, according to a February 2023 report summarizing enrollment data from AHIP, a national health insurance trade association. For the other 59%, Medicare has some “gaps” that could be costly. “There are many gaps in Medicare that a beneficiary has to pay if they don’t have a Medigap,” Kelli Jo Greiner, Minnesota State Health Insurance Assistance Program director, said in an email.  ( 35 min )

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A surprise CEO transition is adding to the uncertainty surrounding this airline stock.  ( 35 min )

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Citigroup Inc. (NYSE:C), one of the world's largest multinational financial corporations, has a bullish outlook on the U.S. stock market, as the Federal Reserve plans to implement rate cuts three times in fiscal 2024. Despite geopolitical tensions and macroeconomic headwinds indicating recession risks, Citigroup analysts expect the fundamentally sound U.S. equities to persevere, driven by solid earnings growth. The banking institution expects the benchmark S&P 500 index to rise by nearly 9% in f  ( 36 min )

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Crude prices rebounded on signs that OPEC+ members are adhering to promised cuts.  ( 35 min )

There are always stocks to buy when you're Ark Invest's ace stock picker.  ( 36 min )

(Bloomberg) -- A meltdown in some of the most-hyped energy-transition metals is wreaking havoc across the mining world, stalling projects, scuppering deals and triggering a scramble for cash that promises to reverberate through the industry for years.Most Read from BloombergSEC X Account Compromised to Falsely Say Bitcoin ETFs ApprovedUS and Allies Met Secretly With Ukraine on Peace PlanBlackRock Cuts 3% of Global Workforce, Citing Dramatic Industry ShiftsIPhone Survives 16,000-Foot Fall, Helps  ( 37 min )

The price of the nuclear fuel has hit its highest level since 2007. The market is only getting tighter.  ( 30 min )

Investors might be attracted to Annaly's double-digit yield, but most will be better off with Realty Income's lower and more reliable dividend.  ( 36 min )

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Bank of America Corporation (NYSE: BAC) is expected to release earnings results for its fourth quarter before the opening bell on Jan. 12, 2024. Analysts expect the bank to report quarterly earnings at 67 cents per share on revenue of $23.92 billion, according to data from Benzinga Pro. Bank of America, during October, reported better-than-expected earnings for its third quarter. Revenue increased 3% year-over-year to $25.32 billion, beating the consensus of $25.14 billion. With the recent buzz  ( 35 min )

The IRS also said when it expects to roll out its free 'direct file' system in 12 states.  ( 36 min )

The drive-thru coffee chain has an ambitious plan of reaching 4,000 locations nationwide.  ( 37 min )

Fresh off recent stock splits, Nvidia and Tesla look poised for success in the new year and beyond.  ( 37 min )

A noted Wall Street analyst is expecting a big jump in the S&P 500 index this year.  ( 38 min )

(Bloomberg) -- Tilray Brands Inc.’s diversification into the beer business paid off in the fiscal second quarter, even as the company is poised to start planting vegetables and fruit to monetize some of its unneeded cannabis cultivation space in Quebec.Most Read from BloombergIPhone Survives 16,000-Foot Fall, Helps Steer Jet-Panel HuntChinese Billionaire Is Second-Biggest Foreign Owner of US LandMusk’s Drug Use Concerns Tesla, SpaceX Leaders, WSJ SaysBoeing Slumps After Panel Blowout Leads to Pa  ( 35 min )

Pattern Energy order some 674 onshore wind turbines with a 4.3 gigawatts of electricity generation capacity from General Electric.  ( 24 min )

The company is seeking to drum up new business via a cash savings account that offers a high yield and FDIC protection.  ( 22 min )

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Enterprise Products Partners continues to steadily push its payout higher.  ( 36 min )

Nvidia is well positioned to create value for patient shareholders, given its leadership in artificial intelligence chips.  ( 38 min )

A spinoff of General Electric will be building hundreds of turbines for what will be the largest wind project in the Western Hemisphere, part of a massive equipment order and long-term service agreement with global renewable energy giant Pattern Energy. GE Vernova officials announced the agreement Tuesday, saying it represents the largest onshore wind turbine order received by the company both in quantity and in the amount of electricity that the 674 turbines will eventually generate when the SunZia Wind Project comes online in 2026. Construction already is underway on the SunZia wind farm and an associated multibillion-dollar transmission line that will funnel power to populated markets in the western U.S. Pattern Energy just weeks ago announced that it had closed on $11 billion in financing for the projects.  ( 36 min )

U.S. oil production is back at record levels, sparking a battle for market share with Saudi Arabia as OPEC+ tries to keep global crude supplies in check.  ( 38 min )

With the right strategy and time frame, it's even possible to earn well over $1 million with this investment.  ( 37 min )

Retiring early raises a series of questions around both income and spending. You will need to manage your portfolio for longer-term drawdowns, an early end to new earnings, and a long wait for Social Security to kick in. You will need to manage your spending around new needs, particularly health insurance, long-term care insurance and […] The post I'm 55 With a $2 Million Net Worth and $6k in Monthly Expenses. Can I Retire Now? appeared first on SmartReads by SmartAsset.  ( 36 min )

Employers: If you want young managers to commute into an office, you’ll have to pick up the bill, research shows.  ( 35 min )

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Apple's recent performance separates itself from others in this group.  ( 37 min )

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Which of these out-of-favor electric vehicle stocks deserves a second chance?  ( 37 min )

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The optimism was driven by a rebound in megacap growth names and semiconductor stocks like Nvidia, which closed at a record high after unveiling new artificial intelligence (AI) components. Nvidia added 0.3% in early premarket trades. Focus remains on two sets of December inflation reports due later in the week that might offer clues about the Federal Reserve's monetary policy trajectory.  ( 35 min )

These two stocks look like compelling opportunities, even after the market's 2023 rally.  ( 36 min )

The U.S. Department of Labor on Tuesday issued a final rule that will force companies to treat some workers as employees rather than less expensive independent contractors, in a move that has riled business groups and will likely prompt legal challenges. The rule is widely expected to increase labor costs for industries that rely on contract labor or freelancers, such as trucking, manufacturing, healthcare and app-based "gig" services. Most federal and state labor laws, such as those requiring a minimum wage and overtime pay, apply only to a company's employees.  ( 36 min )

Boeing falls after United Airlines and Alaska Air discover loose parts on Boeing 737 MAX 9 jets, while Juniper Networks surges following a report that says Hewlett Packard Enterprise was in advanced talks to buy the networking-equipment company.  ( 28 min )

Medical Properties Trust just announced more bad news after a dismal 2023 performance.  ( 36 min )

The S&P 500 index is trading near a record high, but there are still pockets of value in this market.  ( 38 min )

The meme coin has created a lot of crypto millionaires over the past three years.  ( 36 min )

Shares of Medtronic and Texas Instruments are discounted but have long-term appeal. Stanley Black & Decker is a turnaround story.  ( 37 min )

Last year was a great one for all but a few of the stocks in Berkshire Hathaway's equity portfolio.  ( 36 min )

"My father recently passed away at 75, without a will. At the time, he was divorced from his fifth wife and had a fiancée."  ( 38 min )

Threatened closure of a Massachusetts import facility sparks worry about the Northeast’s energy supplies.  ( 30 min )

Nvidia announced numerous new solutions during its CES 2024 keynote.  ( 35 min )

High-water price targets from select analysts imply triple-digit gains in the new year for three former highfliers.  ( 38 min )

As the U.S. electric-vehicle market gains traction, specific moves by these two EV makers could be catalysts for their stock prices.  ( 37 min )

Juniper Networks shares leapt on Tuesday on the news that it is in talks to be acquired by Hewlett Packard Enterprise. Excitement around artificial intelligence is prompting deals in the tech sector.  ( 22 min )

Electric vehicle (EV) sales could reach nearly $1.6 trillion by 2030, but not every EV stock is primed for success.  ( 39 min )

A Chinese delivery company backed by Walmart said internal auditors had found suspicious practices that cast doubt on nearly $70 million of recent sales. U.S.-listed Dada Nexus, which is a subsidiary of Chinese e-commerce gia  ( 24 min )

(Bloomberg) -- Samsung Electronics Co. posted its sixth straight quarter of declining operating profit, reflecting weak consumer demand and stoking uncertainty over the timing of a broader tech recovery.Most Read from BloombergBoeing Slumps After Panel Blowout Leads to Partial 737 GroundingMusk’s Drug Use Concerns Tesla, SpaceX Leaders, WSJ SaysIPhone Survives 16,000-Foot Fall, Helps Steer Jet-Panel HuntChinese Billionaire Is Second-Biggest Foreign Owner of US LandKorea’s largest company reporte  ( 36 min )

Tim Cook did not hold back. “This is obviously a disaster,” he told finance executives in a 2018 email, ordering his lieutenants to improve underwhelming sales of Apple’s latest iPhones.  ( 38 min )

(Bloomberg) -- A high-profile JD.com Inc. unit disclosed it’s investigating “suspicious practices” including the overstatement of some 1 billion yuan ($140 million) of revenue and costs, triggering a 46% collapse in its share price.Most Read from BloombergBoeing Slumps After Panel Blowout Leads to Partial 737 GroundingMusk’s Drug Use Concerns Tesla, SpaceX Leaders, WSJ SaysIPhone Survives 16,000-Foot Fall, Helps Steer Jet-Panel HuntChinese Billionaire Is Second-Biggest Foreign Owner of US LandEm  ( 35 min )

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How capital-gains tax rates work, depending on your income.  ( 22 min )

(Bloomberg) -- Fresh from getting a big call right on yields toward the end of last year, former bond king Bill Gross just signaled he is now steering clear of Treasuries.Most Read from BloombergBoeing Slumps After Panel Blowout Leads to Partial 737 GroundingMusk’s Drug Use Concerns Tesla, SpaceX Leaders, WSJ SaysIPhone Survives 16,000-Foot Fall, Helps Steer Jet-Panel HuntEmirates’ Clark Says Blowout Illustrates Boeing’s Quality LapsesTen-year US debt is “overvalued,” with similar-dated Treasury  ( 34 min )

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The S&P 500 lost 0.2% on Tuesday, Jan. 9., 2024, as Monday's tech rally lost momentum.  ( 1 min )

U.S. equities reversed Monday's gains and were down at midday Tuesday, Jan. 9, 2024 as Eversource and other energy stocks lost ground.  ( 1 min )

Keep these two stocks and one cryptocurrency on your watchlist today. We discuss why and identify important chart levels to watch.  ( 1 min )

Boeing shares extended losses as airline inspections revealed more loose parts and Juniper Networks jumped on reports it could be acquired by Hewlett Packard Enterprise. Here’s what investors need to know today.  ( 1 min )

Stock futures fell in premarket trading Tuesday after equities posted their best day in nearly two months yesterday.  ( 1 min )

Shares of videogame development platform maker Unity Software tumbled after saying it plans to lay off 25% of its workforce.  ( 1 min )

Over the past half decade, Boeing shares have fluctuated on news of production delays and safety concerns as it works to return to pre-pandemic levels.  ( 1 min )

Microchip Technology shares rebounded from early losses as Jefferies analysts raised their price target on the stock and said the maker of analog semiconductors could benefit from an "Analog Renaissance."  ( 1 min )

UK pharmaceuticals giant GSK PLC said Tuesday that it plans to buy Aiolos Bio Inc. for $1.4 billion as it seeks to expand its respiratory pipeline.  ( 1 min )

In the last week of December, Apple's iPhone sales in China dropped 30% from a year earlier, with Jefferies analysts projecting a double-digit decline in 2024.  ( 1 min )

Verzekeraar NN Group schikt voor circa 300 miljoen euro de zogeheten woekerpolisaffaire. De verzekeraar heeft daarover een overeenkomst gesloten met claimorganisaties ConsumentenClaim, Woekerpolis.nl, Woekerpolisproces, Wakkerpolis en de Consumentenbond. Alle juridische procedures tegen NN worden nu stopgezet.  ( 9 min )

De wereldeconomie zal in 2024 weer iets minder hard groeien. Dat verwacht de Wereldbank in een vooruitblik van het jaar. Dat zou het derde jaar op rij zijn dat de economische groei wereldwijd afneemt.  ( 10 min )

Air France vliegt vanaf 24 januari weer drie keer per week van Parijs naar Israël. Eerder werden vluchten naar het land gestopt vanwege de oorlog tussen Israël en Hamas. KLM en Transavia hervatten hun vluchten naar Tel Aviv vooralsnog niet.  ( 8 min )

Slachthuis Gosschalk in Epe moet 15.000 euro betalen voor dierenmishandeling en het overtreden van de regels rond het slachten van dieren. Dat heeft het Openbaar Ministerie (OM) dinsdag bepaald. Eind 2020 werden er undercoverbeelden gemaakt van het mishandelen van varkens en runderen.  ( 9 min )

Het chemiebedrijf Chemours heeft de productie deels stilgelegd vanwege het weglekken van de stof TFA, bevestigt een woordvoerder na berichtgeving van FD. In mei werd de schadelijke pfas ontdekt in het water rond de fabriek in Dordrecht. Chemours denkt een technische oplossing te hebben.  ( 9 min )

Verzekeraars schatten dat tijdens de jaarwisseling voor 8 miljoen euro schade is aangericht aan woningen en auto's. Dat is bijna een halvering ten opzichte van een jaar eerder en het op een na laagste schadebedrag in de afgelopen vijftien jaar.  ( 8 min )

De werkloosheid in de eurolanden is weer gedaald naar het laagste niveau ooit. In november was 6,4 procent van de beroepsbevolking werkloos, tegen 6,5 procent een maand eerder. Bijzonder is dat dit gebeurt in een tijd waarin de economie afremt.  ( 9 min )

De grote Duitse warenhuisketen Galeria Karstadt Kaufhof heeft een faillissement aangevraagd bij de rechtbank in Essen. Hiermee gaat de 'Duitse V&D' ten onder na jaren van financiële problemen. Wel hoopt Galeria op een doorstart.  ( 8 min )

Voor wie een elektrische auto koopt of leaset, ligt er sinds vandaag weer subsidie klaar. In totaal is er 87 miljoen euro beschikbaar. Dat is 12 miljoen minder dan vorig jaar, toen er geld overbleef.  ( 9 min )

Het is druk bij Nederlandse verwarmingsbedrijven. Door het koude weer draaien cv-ketels op volle toeren en dat zorgt vooral bij oude ketels voor problemen. Installateurs maken overuren om klanten te helpen die in de kou zitten.  ( 8 min )

Vlak voor de jaarwisseling hebben een stuk minder verzekerden hun zorgverzekering ingeruild voor een andere dan een jaar eerder. Aan het einde van 2023 stapten 1,2 miljoen Nederlanders over, 6,5 procent van het totale aantal verzekerden.  ( 8 min )

Bij het controleren van toestellen van het type Boeing 737 MAX 9 heeft United Airlines ontdekt dat sommige moeren "verder aangedraaid moeten worden". Dat maakt de Amerikaanse luchtvaartmaatschappij maandag bekend. De controle kwam na een incident met een Boeing die een deel van zijn romp verloor.  ( 3 min )

Het internationale treinverkeer wordt eind deze week ernstig gehinderd door de stakingen van het Duitse spoorpersoneel. Volgens de NS rijden er woensdag, donderdag en vrijdag geen treinen naar Duitsland.  ( 8 min )

Vakbonden FNV en VVMC hebben een onderhandelingsakkoord bereikt over een nieuwe cao voor personeel van de Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS). Dat betekent dat nieuwe stakingen waarschijnlijk van de baan zijn.  ( 9 min )

Nederlanders hebben in november iets meer uitgegeven dan een jaar eerder. Hoewel we minder eten en drinken kochten, gingen we wel vaker naar de kapper of naar het museum.  ( 3 min )

Boeing heeft maandag flink verloren op de Amerikaanse aandelenbeurs. Het incident met een Boeing 737 MAX 9 van afgelopen vrijdag zorgt voor onrust bij beleggers.  ( 8 min )

De eerste commerciële maanlander die eerder op maandag werd gelanceerd, kampt met technische problemen. Daardoor is het zeer de vraag of het ruimtetoestel kan landen op de maan, zegt Astrobotic, het bedrijf dat de maanlander heeft gebouwd.  ( 9 min )

De prijzen van onze boodschappen blijven hoog. Gemiddeld zijn we 132 euro kwijt voor een vol winkelwagentje met producten zoals melk, brood, kaas, hagelslag, margarine en tandpasta.  ( 10 min )

Learn how bonuses are taxed and how you can manage your supplemental wages to reduce your tax liability.  ( 36 min )

Elon Musk has grown Tesla Inc. into one of the world's most recognizable brands — and not just in the automotive space. But while Tesla has been the top dog in the U.S. electric vehicle (EV) market, BYD Auto Co. Ltd., a publicly listed Chinese multinational manufacturing company, has been making noise overseas. Chinese automaker BYD — a company that Warren Buffett’s Berkshire Hathaway Inc. owns about 6% of — beat out Tesla to become the leader in global electric car sales in the fourth quarter o  ( 35 min )

The deal could be unveiled this week, valuing Juniper at roughly $13 billion.  ( 30 min )

Hewlett Packard Enterprise is in advanced talks to buy Juniper Networks for about $13 billion, the Wall Street Journal reported on Monday.  ( 34 min )

Saudi Arabia slashed the price of its flagship crude to its lowest level in two years, with the price drop set to take effect in February.  ( 35 min )

Shares of the company fell 4.1% in trading after the bell. The U.S. Commerce Department said last week that it plans to award Microchip $162 million in government grants to step up U.S. production of semiconductors and microcontroller units (MCUs) key to the consumer and defense industries.  ( 34 min )

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The move comes after Unity last year and the year prior laid off more than 1,100 employees.  ( 28 min )

The Fed could cut as much as 250 basis points through 2024 to maintain a soft landing, JPMorgan's Bob Michele told the Financial Times.  ( 35 min )

Videogame software provider Unity Software will target laying off approximately 25% of its workforce, or 1,800 jobs, the company said in a regulatory filing and internal company memo on Monday. While Unity is not widely recognized outside the gaming industry, over 1.1 million game creators rely on its software toolkit each month, including the maker of the popular “Pokemon Go,” “Beat Saber” and “Hearthstone” games. The layoffs come shortly after interim CEO Jim Whitehurst announced a “company reset” in November.  ( 35 min )

A confluence of factors combined to push the already red-hot AI growth stock higher today.  ( 35 min )

Tracy Kasper, the president of the National Association of Realtors, resigned Monday after allegedly receiving a blackmail threat.  ( 28 min )

Nvidia has a $1 trillion market cap, but that doesn't mean the stock is expensive.  ( 36 min )

Stocks rallied on Monday as Wall Street awaits the start of fourth quarter earnings reports.  ( 52 min )

Share of the AI chip leader rose after it unveiled several new products and partnerships at the CES trade show.  ( 35 min )

SEC Chair Gary Gensler cautions about cryptocurrency volatility, highlighting investor protection concerns, as his agency nears a decision on spot Bitcoin ETF applications.  ( 35 min )

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Bank of America is scheduled to report fourth-quarter earnings on Friday.  ( 22 min )

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The Biden administration is eyeing new actions in the semiconductor chip trade war.  ( 36 min )

Fisker is going through some growing pains.  ( 35 min )

Following the settlement of a lawsuit pitting Cleveland Browns owner Jimmy Haslam against fellow billionaire Warren Buffett’s Berkshire Hathaway, the clock is ticking for the Haslam family to decide whether to sell its remaining stake in the Pilot truck stop chain to Berkshire. Attorneys told a Delaware judge last week that they were prepared for a two-day trial starting Monday in a high-stakes dispute over accounting practices at Pilot Travel Centers LLC. Late Saturday, however, the judge entered an order indicating that the trial had been canceled. On Sunday, Haslam’s Pilot Corp. announced that the case, including Berkshire’s counterclaims against Pilot Corp., had been fully settled.  ( 36 min )

A deal for Cytokinetics would be the latest in a flurry of merger activity involving pharmaceutical giants snapping up biotechnology companies.  ( 30 min )

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Ignore Monday's volatility -- if analysts are right, big oil stocks look cheap.  ( 36 min )

I'm 55 and would like to retire now with a $3 million total net worth. I'm assuming my net worth will grow, on average, 5% until I’m eligible for Social Security. My house is paid off and my lifestyle is simple. I can live with $5,000 per month. Am I making the right decisions? – […] The post Ask an Advisor: I'm 55 With a $3 Million Net Worth and $5k in Monthly Expenses. Can I Retire Now? appeared first on SmartReads by SmartAsset.  ( 37 min )

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These are high-yielding dividend superstars that are set to soar in 2024.  ( 37 min )

(Bloomberg) -- A Chinese national who made his fortune from online gaming has emerged as one of the most significant non-American holders of land in the US.Most Read from BloombergMusk’s Drug Use Concerns Tesla, SpaceX Leaders, WSJ SaysBoeing Slumps After Panel Blowout Leads to Partial 737 GroundingChina Says It Caught Foreign Consultant Spying for UK’s MI6Chen Tianqiao owns 198,000 acres (80,127 hectares) of Oregon timberland, making him the country’s 82nd-largest property owner, according to t  ( 34 min )

Before becoming the 45th president of the United States, Donald Trump was known for his real estate empire. However, today, his media coverage revolves around politics, encompassing the upcoming Iowa caucuses and the attempts by the states of Maine and Colorado to keep him off their ballots. Regardless of your political affiliation, you can't ignore the success the former President and 2024 candidate has had in real estate. So where does Trump's real estate portfolio stand today? You can peruse  ( 34 min )

Bank of America said it would recognize a $1.6 billion charge tied to the transition away from the London Interbank Offered Rate. The charge will reduce earnings for the fourth quarter of 2023, which are due to be released Friday, the bank said in a disclosure Monday. The bank said the $1.6 billion  ( 25 min )

The filing reveals the businesswoman is paid more than the Prime Minister of Britain.  ( 35 min )

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These surprisingly bargain-priced companies can help you get richer in the year ahead.  ( 36 min )

Investing in artificial intelligence stocks will likely provide significant upside to investor portfolios.  ( 34 min )

The stock market tends to rise sharply following the end of a rate hike cycle.  ( 37 min )

The investment case for Palantir appears to be getting stronger as the company makes notable inroads in AI.  ( 37 min )

Legendary investor and Berkshire Hathaway Inc. Chairman Warren Buffett is known for his modest and unpretentious approach to business. His office at the conglomerate’s Omaha, Nebraska, headquarters reflects this ethos. Although the office space includes a collection of diverse items like old Coca-Cola signs and other memorabilia, there’s a significant aspect of its decor with deep meaning. The framed front pages of various newspapers from infamous days in Wall Street history grace the walls of h  ( 36 min )

Nvidia shares rose early Monday, on pace for their first record high since November, ahead of two events that investors will watch this week. Nvidia's stock, recently up more than $3 to over $508, will set a new record if they close above $504.99. The shares are up more than 220% over the past 52  ( 25 min )

Rivian reported quarterly production and delivery numbers that disappointed shareholders.  ( 34 min )

These Wall Street analysts have high conviction in Microsoft's ability to monetize artificial intelligence across cloud services and software.  ( 37 min )

PayPal stock looks dirt-cheap at its current valuation.  ( 37 min )

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Uncertainty about the prospects for interest rate cuts from the Fed is keeping the market on edge.  ( 37 min )

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Elon Musk is a key person at Tesla and reports about the CEO can mean some extra stock volatility for Tesla shareholders.  ( 25 min )

A last minute letter from a well-connected anti-crypto group has set off some hand-wringing among those waiting for a Bitcoin ETF.  ( 34 min )

Among the so-called "Magnificent Seven," Apple's 2024 growth prospects looks underwhelming.  ( 37 min )

Grayscale Investments plans to cut the fee on its bitcoin trust to 1.5% from 2% after the investment vehicle converts into an exchange-traded fund, an updated filing showed Monday. The crypto investment firm is among a dozen or so asset managers, including traditional finance players such as BlackR  ( 25 min )

There's plenty of free cash flow to pay out to shareholders at these two industry giants.  ( 37 min )

The AI server maker has never split its high-flying shares.  ( 36 min )

These three finance companies could be some of the world's largest in the next decade.  ( 37 min )

Uncover the key factors that make these stocks the top choices for EV investors.  ( 37 min )

With their headwinds expected to fade, these dividend stocks could soar in 2024.  ( 38 min )

The pure play BTC miner has taken investors on a wild ride.  ( 37 min )

(Bloomberg) -- Blackstone Inc. raised $1.3 billion for its first private equity fund for rich individuals, achieving one of the biggest initial hauls for a fund of its kind despite a delayed launch.Most Read from BloombergMusk’s Drug Use Concerns Tesla, SpaceX Leaders, WSJ SaysKey Piece of Boeing 737 Found in Hunt for Clues on Plane BlowoutBoeing Max Grounding Goes Global as Carriers Follow FAA OrderThe cash pile, disclosed in a filing Monday, underscores the intensifying race among alternative  ( 36 min )

Merck has struck a deal to buy clinical-stage immunotherapy company Harpoon Therapeutics for about $680 million.  ( 26 min )

The Dow was a laggard in 2023, but these three stocks are expected to outperform this year.  ( 38 min )

Spirit AeroSystems is the supplier of the ‘door plug’ that failed on the Boeing 737 MAX-9.  ( 25 min )

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The year has just started, but there are some excellent opportunities for investors with cash on the sidelines.  ( 34 min )

According to Bitcoin bull and MicroStrategy CEO Michael Saylor, Bitcoin's unique properties make it a superior store of value over the long haul.  ( 37 min )

I’d like to ask about the backdoor Roth IRA. Say you are over the income limit for Roth contributions, so you make a traditional contribution with no tax deduction and then do a backdoor Roth. Is that conversion taxable? If so, you would be paying tax on that money twice since you paid tax on […] The post Ask an Advisor: Is a Backdoor Roth Conversion Taxable Even If I Didn’t Take a Deduction on My IRA Contributions? appeared first on SmartReads by SmartAsset.  ( 37 min )

E.Leclerc's chairman said he wouldn't follow Carrefour's "show of strength" by banning Cheetos and Doritos from his stores.  ( 36 min )

Oil fell Monday after Saudi Arabia slashed its crude prices for all regions, a sign the kingdom sees lower global demand. Most actively traded futures contracts for Brent crude oil, the international pricing benchmark, fell 2.5% to under $77 per barrel, while West Texas Intermediate slid almost 3%  ( 24 min )

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Nvidia stock continues to dominate thanks to its massive lead in the artificial intelligence market.  ( 35 min )

If Shiba Inu were to reach $1 per coin, a $100 investment at today's prices would turn into roughly $10 million.  ( 35 min )

The Chinese e-commerce stock has struggled in recent years. Can it finally mount a turnaround?  ( 36 min )

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Should you switch from pre-tax IRA contributions to Roth contributions? Imagine that you’re steadily contributing to a traditional IRA. This provides you with an annual tax deduction. However, contributing to a tax-deferred account comes at the cost of having to pay taxes on all of the money you withdraw in retirement. Switching to a Roth […] The post I'm Almost 60 and Have $1 Million in My IRA. Should I Switch to Roth Contributions? appeared first on SmartReads by SmartAsset.  ( 37 min )

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Intel may be about to tap its piggy bank again as it gears up for massive chip manufacturing spending.  ( 38 min )

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Cathie Wood may prefer innovative growth stocks, but the popular investment manager owns several dividend stocks.  ( 35 min )

These companies have the potential to justify their expensive valuations.  ( 38 min )

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These four names span different sectors, but all underperformed in 2023. Is it time to be a contrarian and pick up bargains on the discount aisle?  ( 39 min )

This mid-cap AI stock has high return potential.  ( 36 min )

You may be able to get more out of Social Security, as long as you know the rules.  ( 36 min )

Boeing nosedived 8.7% in trading before the bell after the U.S. Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) ordered the temporary grounding of some 737 MAX 9 jets fitted with a panel that blew off an Alaska Air Group jet in midair on Friday. Alaska Air Group slid 4.6% after the carrier canceled more than 200 flights following the FAA order, while other airlines like JetBlue Airways, Delta Air Lines and United Airlines lost between 1.4% and 3%.  ( 36 min )

We'll find out in less than 12 months if these predictions come true.  ( 36 min )

When it comes to investing in the consumer, pros say stick to what has worked.  ( 37 min )

Even if Wall Street is wrong about these stocks in the new year, Cathie Wood could still be right about them over the long run.  ( 36 min )

Shell said its fourth-quarter earnings took a hit of up to $4.5 billion in impairments that were offset by significantly higher gas trading, while its overall production volumes are on track to meet targets.  ( 27 min )

The new year brings with it hopes for an even better future.  ( 38 min )

Apple is undoubtedly a great business, but it could soon lose its status as the world's most valuable company.  ( 36 min )

Find out why investment bank analysts are hyperbullish for these stocks.  ( 37 min )

The Securities and Exchange Commission has a deadline of Wednesday to determine whether to approve the spot Bitcoin ETF application filed by ARK Invest and 21Shares.  ( 21 min )

Some big shifts are happening in Ark Invest's most popular ETFs.  ( 37 min )

Among Apple, Microsoft, Alphabet, Amazon, Nvidia, Meta Platforms, and Tesla, there's a plain-as-day bargain hiding in plain sight, as well as a highflier that appears poised for a reality check.  ( 39 min )

(Bloomberg) -- Elon Musk’s reported drug use has Tesla Inc. board members facing a familiar quandary: having to decide what, if anything, to do about the chief executive subjecting directors and shareholders alike to great financial and legal risk.Most Read from BloombergMusk’s Drug Use Concerns Tesla, SpaceX Leaders, WSJ SaysBoeing Max Grounding Goes Global as Carriers Follow FAA OrderChina Says It Caught Foreign Consultant Spying for UK’s MI6The Wall Street Journal’s article describing Musk’s  ( 37 min )

These innovative companies could help grow your wealth in the coming year.  ( 36 min )

The Oracle of Omaha expects these well-known, time-tested companies to thrive in the new year.  ( 39 min )

(Bloomberg) -- Investors betting on a revival in Chinese stocks in the new year are seeing their resolve tested as the market has deepened its slump in the first few days of trading. Most Read from BloombergMusk’s Drug Use Concerns Tesla, SpaceX Leaders, WSJ SaysBoeing Max Grounding Goes Global as Carriers Follow FAA OrderChina Says It Caught Foreign Consultant Spying for UK’s MI6Persistent concerns over the nation’s economic recovery and policy uncertainty have pushed an onshore equity benchmar  ( 34 min )

Boeing shares in Frankfurt sfell around 7% after the FAA ordered a temporary grounding and immediate inspections of dozens of 737 MAX jets following an Alaska Airlines emergency landing.  ( 26 min )

Boeing slumps after the FAA orders the temporary grounding of 737 MAX 9 planes after a jet operated by Alaska Airlines lost a section of its fuselage midair, Apple shares extend their losing streak, and Tesla declines after The Wall Street Journal publishes an article on alleged illegal drug use by CEO Elon Musk.  ( 29 min )

Oil prices were drifting lower after Saudi Arabia slashed the price for its flagship Arab Light crude to Asian customers, a barometer for how the kingdom sees the demand outlook. Brent crude was down 0.9% at $78.02 a barrel, while WTI was down 1.1% at $73 a barrel. "The decrease was larger than th  ( 16 min )

U.S. stock markets were headed for a negative open on Monday. Boeing will be facing attention again after one of its MAX 9 planes operated by Alaska Airlines had a structural failure Friday night, while investors looked ahead to inflation data later this week. Dow Jones Industrial Average futures w  ( 17 min )

(Bloomberg) -- Shell Plc said earnings from gas trading would be significantly higher in the fourth quarter, but profits from buying and selling oil products and chemicals will be lower. Most Read from BloombergMusk’s Drug Use Concerns Tesla, SpaceX Leaders, WSJ SaysBoeing Max Grounding Goes Global as Carriers Follow FAA OrderBoeing CEO’s Comeback Plan for 2024 Takes a Hit Five Days InThe London-based major said it benefited from seasonal shifts in the gas market and higher production of liquefi  ( 35 min )

Boeing shares listed in Frankfurt fell as much as 8% on Monday after the U.S. Federal Aviation Administration ordered the temporary grounding of some Boeing 737 MAX 9 jets fitted with a panel that blew off a jet in midair on Friday. Shares in rival manufacturer Airbus were up 2% on the Tradegate platform. Boeing competes with Airbus, which has extended gains in market share, since two Boeing MAX crashes in 2018 and 2019 that killed nearly 350 people and led to the MAX's worldwide grounding for 20 months.  ( 34 min )

The U.S. healthcare sector is showing signs of life after lagging in 2023 as investors bet cheap valuations will offset a tendency to underperform during presidential election years. The S&P 500 healthcare sector has climbed about 6% since the start of December, doubling the gain of the broader index during that period. Its performance during 2023 overall was far less impressive, as it rose just 0.3% compared to the S&P 500’s 24% jump.  ( 36 min )

China's securities regulator is allowing mutual fund managers to sell more shares than they buy each day, three sources said, removing a ban introduced late last year aimed at propping up a flagging stock market. The China Securities Regulatory Commission (CSRC) late last year barred major mutual fund companies from selling shares on a net basis on any day, answering top leadership calls to stabilise a market that was among the world's worst performers. CSRC didn't immediately respond to a request for comment.  ( 34 min )

Britain must kickstart a drilling race to extract the billions of barrels of oil and gas that remain offshore, says the chief executive of the North Sea Transition Authority (NSTA).  ( 38 min )

A top executive of China Evergrande's electric vehicle company has been detained by police in the latest sign of trouble for the world's most heavily indebted property developer. China Evergrande New Energy Vehicle announced the detention of Liu Yongzhuo in a notice Monday to the Hong Kong Stock Exchange after its shares were suspended from trading.  ( 35 min )

(Bloomberg) -- Chinese leaders pushed for an unusually speedy resolution for Zhongzhi Enterprise Group Co. after the shadow banking giant collapsed, underscoring the government’s increased focus on containing financial risks as the economy struggles.Most Read from BloombergMusk’s Drug Use Concerns Tesla, SpaceX Leaders, WSJ SaysBoeing Max Grounding Goes Global as Carriers Follow FAA OrderBoeing CEO’s Comeback Plan for 2024 Takes a Hit Five Days InTop officials concluded in October that bankruptc  ( 35 min )

Major Asian stock markets retreated on Monday after Wall Street logged its worst week since Halloween. U.S. futures were lower even after Congressional leaders reached an agreement on overall spending levels for the current fiscal year that could help avoid a partial government shutdown later this month. Oil prices fell after Saudi Arabia on Sunday cut oil prices to Asian markets to their lowest level in 27 months.  ( 37 min )

(Bloomberg) -- A bigger-than-expected cut in official oil pricing to Asia by OPEC+ leader Saudi Arabia has reinforced signs of softer physical crude market in the largest consuming region.Most Read from BloombergMusk’s Drug Use Concerns Tesla, SpaceX Leaders, WSJ SaysBoeing Max Grounding Goes Global as Carriers Follow FAA OrderBoeing 737 Max Blowout Points to Pervasive FlawsSaudi Aramco cut the official selling price for its flagship Arab Light crude to a $1.50-a-barrel premium to the regional b  ( 35 min )

(Bloomberg) -- Asian stocks are set for a steady open as focus shifts to this week’s inflation reports from the US, Japan and China after mixed jobs and activity data on Friday capped a downbeat start to the year. Most Read from BloombergMusk’s Drug Use Concerns Tesla, SpaceX Leaders, WSJ SaysBoeing Max Grounding Goes Global as Carriers Follow FAA OrderBoeing 737 Max Blowout Points to Pervasive FlawsAckman Plans to Check MIT’s Kornbluth, Staff for PlagiarismAustralian equities were little change  ( 37 min )

The dollar was steady on Monday ahead of a key U.S. inflation report later in the week for further clarity on the Federal Reserve's monetary policy outlook, after markets got off to a hesitant start to the year as rate cut bets were pared. The yen struggled near the 145 per dollar level pressured by a broad bounce in the dollar, while the Australian and New Zealand dollars were nursing losses having fallen sharply last week amid cautious risk sentiment. The greenback's rally was underpinned by a rebound in U.S. Treasury yields as traders tempered their expectations of the pace and scale of Fed cuts this year.  ( 35 min )

Oil prices dipped in early trade on Monday on sharp price cuts by top exporter Saudi Arabia and a rise in OPEC output, offsetting worries about escalating geopolitical tensions in the Middle East. Brent crude fell 9 cents, or 0.1%, to $78.67 a barrel by 0057 GMT, while U.S. West Texas Intermediate crude futures shed 10 cents, or 0.1%, to $73.71 a barrel. Both contracts climbed more than 2% in the first week of 2024 after investors returned from holidays to focus on geopolitical risks in the Middle East following attacks by Yemeni Houthis on ships in the Red Sea.  ( 35 min )

(Bloomberg) -- Warren Buffett’s Berkshire Hathaway has avoided trial by settling allegations that it violated the terms of its buyout of truck-stop-chain Pilot Travel Centers by changing the accounting methods used to value the last part of the deal, according to people familiar with the accord.Most Read from BloombergMusk’s Drug Use Concerns Tesla, SpaceX Leaders, WSJ SaysBoeing Max Grounding Goes Global as Carriers Follow FAA OrderBoeing 737 Max Blowout Points to Pervasive FlawsAckman Plans to  ( 35 min )

(Bloomberg) -- A series of high-stakes deadlines this week will mark the culmination of a years’ long push to launch exchange-traded funds backed by Bitcoin in the US.Most Read from BloombergMusk’s Drug Use Concerns Tesla, SpaceX Leaders, WSJ SaysBoeing Max Grounding Goes Global as Carriers Follow FAA OrderBoeing 737 Max Blowout Points to Pervasive FlawsAckman Plans to Check MIT’s Kornbluth, Staff for PlagiarismWould-be Bitcoin ETF issuers have been given until Monday morning in Washington to su  ( 34 min )

The S&P 500 gained 1.4% on Monday, Jan. 8, 2024, shaking off a sluggish performance in the opening days of the year ahead of this week's inflation data and bank earnings reports.  ( 1 min )

Major U.S. equity indexes were mixed at midday on Monday, Jan. 8, 2024, as tech stocks lifted the S&P 500 and Nasdaq, but the Dow was in the red because of a plunge in Boeing shares.  ( 1 min )

Stock futures were mixed in premarket trading as tech got a reprieve from last week's sell-off while the Dow came under pressure from Boeing.  ( 1 min )

These three stocks are worth adding to your watchlist today. We discuss why and identify key chart levels to watch.  ( 1 min )

Boeing shares tumbled after federal regulators ground 737 Max 9 jets following a panel blowout on an Alaska Airlines flight and sales of Apple’s iPhone slowed in China during the year’s first week. Here’s what investors need to know today.  ( 1 min )

Golfing legend Tiger Woods announced that he is parting ways with sportswear maker Nike Inc. after 27 years.  ( 19 min )

Learn about pairing the stochastic and MACD indicators and how this strategy can enhance your trading and reveal entry points.  ( 27 min )

Personal loan rates rose by 7 basis points this week to 23.06% to again breach the 23% level after last doing so two weeks ago.  ( 19 min )

If you racked up a lot of credit card debt this holiday season, you’re far from alone.  ( 19 min )

The S&P 500 gained 1.4% on Monday, Jan. 8, 2024, shaking off a sluggish performance in the opening days of the year ahead of this week's inflation data and bank earnings reports.  ( 17 min )

USAA offers a few different savings accounts, but the rates are relatively low. Compare USAA to top competitors and find the best savings account for your needs.  ( 25 min )

Check U.S. Bank’s current savings account interest rates, and see how they compare to the top accounts in the market today.  ( 21 min )

You can earn a higher-than-average APY with a TD Bank savings account. But TD Bank only offers the highest interest rates on accounts with high balances.  ( 22 min )

State Farm is more than just an insurance company. It offers banking services and competitive interest rates for its savings account.  ( 21 min )

SoFi savings account interest rates are above average and the financial services company charges no bank fees—two reasons this savings option is worth considering.  ( 27 min )

See a full overview of PNC savings account interest rates. Compare PNC Bank to top competitors and find the right savings account for your financial needs.  ( 26 min )

Marcus by Goldman Sachs only offers a few account types, but what it does offer, it does well. Learn how you can benefit from its online high-yield savings account.  ( 23 min )

Through Lending Club’s high-yield savings accounts, you can earn a higher-than-average APY with no monthly service fees. All you need to get started is $100.  ( 21 min )

E*TRADE savings account interest rates can't compete with the best, but high-net-worth individuals can benefit from its higher FDIC insurance coverage.  ( 20 min )

Discover’s savings account doesn’t usually have the highest APY, but it’s easily accessible with no minimum deposit or monthly fee.  ( 25 min )

Citi offers CDs, checking accounts, bank IRAs, and savings accounts. Learn more about its savings account rates, features, and account requirements.  ( 27 min )

Chime’s high-yield savings account doesn’t charge a fee or require a minimum deposit. Learn more about Chime savings account interest rates and other features.  ( 23 min )

Chase Bank offers two savings accounts to its customers with below-average interest rates, but the bank has other financial services worth considering.  ( 22 min )

Charles Schwab savings account interest rates are higher than the national average, and it doesn’t have monthly fees or minimum deposit requirements.  ( 21 min )

Capital One savings account interest rates are higher than average, and the bank doesn’t charge monthly maintenance fees or have a minimum deposit requirement.  ( 26 min )

The savings account at Apple Bank offers competitive rates, but are they competitive enough? We reviewed Apple Bank so you can decide if the bank is right for you.  ( 22 min )

Bask Bank offers an attractive pair of savings accounts: One is a typical high-yield savings account, but the other earns American Airlines AAdvantage miles.  ( 23 min )

The best CD rate today is 5.75%, offered by INOVA Federal Credit Union for 8 months, while Air Force Federal Credit Union and NASA Federal Credit Union are paying 5.70% APY.  ( 20 min )

Nvidia Corp. shares rose Monday after the company introduced three chips designed to run artificial intelligence (AI) applications that could further the chipmaker's AI dominance.  ( 19 min )

A savings account is an essential part of your financial toolbox. Learn about Ally Bank savings accounts and their rates and decide if they are a fit for you.  ( 22 min )

Hard money is a currency backed by a gold standard or precious metal, or types of lending, political contributions, and government funding.  ( 23 min )

The main types of college savings plans are 529 college savings plans, Education Savings Accounts (also known as ESAs or Coverdell accounts), and custodial accounts.  ( 26 min )

A trade deficit is also referred to as net exports, which may affect the stock market.  ( 22 min )

Johnson & Johnson said it bought Ambrx Biopharma Inc. for about $2 billion to boost its oncology portfolio.  ( 19 min )

Apparel retailers Abercrombie & Fitch Co. and American Eagle Outfitters Inc. raised their earnings guidance on solid holiday sales.  ( 19 min )

Continuing claims refers to the number of people who have already filed an initial claim and are still filing for unemployment benefits.  ( 24 min )

As the New Year approaches, it’s time to turn your thoughts to your financial goals and the investing resolutions that you need to make to achieve them.  ( 27 min )

Learn about finding tax-free mutual funds at major investment firms, including how tax-free funds work and what you should consider before investing.  ( 21 min )

Apple Inc. shares rose after the tech giant announced Monday that its Vision Pro virtual reality headset would launch on Feb. 2.  ( 20 min )

Major U.S. equity indexes were mixed at midday on Monday, Jan. 8, 2024, as tech stocks lifted the S&P 500 and Nasdaq, but the Dow was in the red because of a plunge in Boeing shares.  ( 19 min )

Merck & Co. said Monday that it would purchase Harpoon Therapeutics Inc. for about $680 million to expand its reach in cancer-fighting drugs.  ( 19 min )

Shares of Crocs jumped Monday after the casual shoemaker said fourth-quarter and full-year sales would exceed its prior guidance after a strong holiday season.  ( 18 min )

Anastasia Amoroso, the Chief Investment Strategist at iCapital, rejoins the show to help us identify unusual opportunities in the capital markets this year as the economy slows and rates come down.  ( 17 min )

Millennials fall into the category of high car insurance rates, but this guide will help you find the best auto policy to suit your needs and pocketbook. Check out some ways to save money, like owning an older car or leasing a vehicle.  ( 24 min )

Microsoft expanded its deal with South Korean solar panel provider Qcells in a bid to meet its goal to become renewable energy dependent by 2025.  ( 19 min )

The January effect is the supposed tendency of stock prices to rise in the first month of the year.  ( 30 min )

The 2023 and 2024 rules require donors to itemize their deductions to claim any charitable contribution deductions and are limited to the AGI limit of 60% for cash donations for qualified charities.  ( 27 min )

Reserve assets are financial assets denominated in foreign currencies and held by central banks and used to balance payments.  ( 23 min )

Short selling has been around as long as the stock market, and it hasn't always been looked on favorably.  ( 31 min )

Find out how common fringe benefits can increase the total compensation employees receive and why it is important to understand how these benefits are taxed.  ( 26 min )

The wash sale rule can result in the disallowance of a much-needed deduction. Here you can learn what constitutes a wash sale and how to avoid it.  ( 21 min )

Wells Fargo offers two types of savings accounts, but the rates are low unless you carry a large balance.  ( 23 min )

Rates on 30-year mortgages have been slowly grinding higher after sinking to a 7-month low just after Christmas, adding more than a quarter point since then.  ( 20 min )

Unemployment can vary wildly depending on where you live. Fortunately, the state unemployment rate at least makes it easy to find out.  ( 49 min )

When looking through SoFi’s fund options for your IRA, VTI and BKAG are good options to start with.  ( 25 min )

A real estate agent is a licensed professional representing buyers or sellers in real estate transactions.  ( 29 min )

Boeing shares fell after the Federal Aviation Administration grounded Boeing 737 MAX 9 aircraft for inspections amid safety concerns.  ( 18 min )

An invisible trade is an international transaction that does not involve sending or receiving tangible goods. Customer service outsourcing is an example.  ( 23 min )

These three stocks are worth adding to your watchlist today. We discuss why and identify key chart levels to watch.  ( 21 min )

Historical housing price data suggests ongoing increases in housing prices, but these numbers don't tell the whole truth.  ( 27 min )

Boeing shares tumbled after federal regulators ground 737 Max 9 jets following a panel blowout on an Alaska Airlines flight and sales of Apple’s iPhone slowed in China during the year’s first week. Here’s what investors need to know today.  ( 20 min )

A discretionary expense is a cost that is not essential for the operation of a home or a business.  ( 21 min )

Learn how to interpret a weighted average cost of capital (WACC). Discover what is considered a good WACC & find out what it means to investors.  ( 24 min )

Get ahead of the curve and follow our guide to learn how to use artificial intelligence in your investing. Utilize automated technology to help your portfolio grow.  ( 27 min )

Forex scalping is a method of trading where the trader typically makes multiple trades each day, trying to profit off small price movements.  ( 24 min )

The volume-weighted average price (VWAP) is a statistic used by traders to determine what the average price is based on both price and volume. Whether a price is above or below the VWAP helps assess current value and trend.  ( 25 min )

A variable cost is an expense that changes in proportion to production or sales volume.  ( 33 min )

An interest rate option is a financial derivative allowing the holder to hedge or speculate on changes in interest rates at various maturities.  ( 23 min )

Covered call ETFs sell call options on securities they own, generating income for investors and helping protect against volatility.  ( 25 min )

Geographical labor mobility refers to workers' ability to relocate in order to find employment in their field of work.  ( 25 min )

De Duitse spoorwegvakbond GDL mag opnieuw gaan staken in een slepend arbeidsconflict met Deutsche Bahn. Dat heeft een arbeidsrechtbank in Frankfurt besloten. Deutsche Bahn was naar de rechtbank gestapt om de landelijke staking van onder meer treinmachinisten te voorkomen.  ( 8 min )

Bij het controleren van toestellen van het type Boeing-737 MAX 9 heeft United Airlines ontdekt dat sommige moeren "verder aangedraaid moeten worden". Dat maakt de Amerikaanse luchtvaartmaatschappij maandag bekend. De controle kwam na een incident met een Boeing die zijn romp verloor.  ( 9 min )

Boeren die demonstreren tegen het landbouwbeleid van de regering, dat herkennen we in Nederland wel. Deze week is in Duitsland uitgeroepen tot de Wutwoche, een protestweek van Duitse boeren. Maar waarom demonstreren deze boeren precies?  ( 11 min )

Grotere supermarkten in Hongarije moeten het binnenkort aan klanten duidelijk maken als een product kleiner is geworden. Dit moet zogeheten krimpflatie tegengaan, waarbij boodschappen minder inhoud hebben terwijl de prijs hetzelfde blijft of zelfs omhooggaat.  ( 9 min )

Bij Jumbo is een aantal producten van snoepjesfabrikant Haribo niet verkrijgbaar. Ook van Coca-Cola is er minder beschikbaar. Dat bevestigt een woordvoerder van de supermarktketen maandag na berichtgeving van vakblad Distrifood.  ( 9 min )

Hotels, kroegen en restaurants moeten meer geld vragen voor eten, drinken en overnachtingen om te voorkomen dat ze failliet gaan. De bedrijven maken steeds minder winst doordat ze met stijgende kosten te maken krijgen. Hogere prijzen zijn daarom noodzakelijk.  ( 9 min )

Tweeduizend automobilisten zijn de maandagochtend begonnen met een belletje naar de Wegenwacht. Door de vorst kampen de bellers niet alleen met startproblemen of defecte accu's, maar ook met vastgevroren deuren, handremmen en laadkabels.  ( 9 min )

Een Nederlander is verantwoordelijk voor het inbrengen van het beruchte Stuxnet-virus in een Iraans atoomcomplex in 2008, meldt de Volkskrant maandag. De Nederlandse politiek zou daar destijds niet van op de hoogte zijn geweest. Stuxnet legde het Iraanse atoomprogramma lam.  ( 11 min )

Horecabedrijven hebben afgelopen jaar geworsteld met hoge kosten voor onder meer personeel, energie en huur. Daardoor maakten ze minder winst en daalde het aantal horecazaken voor het eerst in acht jaar, meldt branchevereniging KHN.  ( 9 min )

Op twee locaties in het Groningenveld gaat de gaskraan weer een beetje open. Ze staan stand-by voor het geval er wat gebeurt met bijvoorbeeld de gasopslagen. De productielocaties worden op het zogenoemde waakvlamniveau gezet, meldt demissionair staatssecretaris Hans Vijlbrief (Mijnbouw).  ( 8 min )

Een ontbrekend onderdeel van een Alaska Airlines-vliegtuig is teruggevonden in een achtertuin in Portland. Het toestel moest afgelopen vrijdag een noodlanding maken, omdat kort na het opstijgen een stuk van de romp was losgeraakt.  ( 9 min )

Vorig jaar zijn 30 procent minder hypotheken aangevraagd, blijkt uit cijfers van dataverzamelaar HDN. Met name het aantal mensen dat een hypotheek wilde over- of bijsluiten, zakte volledig in. Ondertussen blijft de hypotheekrente maar dalen.  ( 9 min )

Een Amerikaans ruimtevaartbedrijf heeft maandagochtend een robotvoertuig naar de maan gestuurd. Als hij daar landt, is het de eerste commerciële maanlander waarmee dat is gelukt. Eind februari moet het voertuig op het maanoppervlak neerstrijken.  ( 9 min )

Het aantal auto's op de Nederlandse wegen steeg afgelopen jaar hard. Er kwamen ruim 180.000 personenauto's bij, waardoor er nu 9,4 miljoen personenauto's rondrijden in Nederland.  ( 8 min )

Horecabedrijven hebben afgelopen jaar geworsteld met hoge kosten voor onder meer personeel, energie en huur. Daardoor maakten ze minder winst en daalde het aantal horecazaken voor het eerst in acht jaar, meldt branchevereniging KHN.  ( 9 min )

Duitse boeren betogen maandag onder meer met wegblokkades tegen het plan van de regering om een aantal subsidies voor de sector te schrappen. De boeren vrezen dat hun producten te duur worden in vergelijking met landbouwproducten uit andere landen.  ( 9 min )

Er werden in de afgelopen tien jaar niet zoveel motoren verkocht als in 2023. In het afgelopen jaar werden maar liefst 17.501 nieuwe motorfietsen geregistreerd.  ( 8 min )

Het nieuwe jaar is aangebroken en daarmee is ook de rente op studieleningen gestegen. Het rentepercentage is dit jaar 2,56. Daarmee is het ruim vijf keer hoger dan vorig jaar, toen het 0,46 procent was.  ( 9 min )

Johnson & Johnson said it bought Ambrx Biopharma Inc. for about $2 billion to boost its oncology portfolio.  ( 1 min )

Apparel retailers Abercrombie & Fitch Co. and American Eagle Outfitters Inc. raised their earnings guidance on solid holiday sales.  ( 1 min )

Apple Inc. shares rose after the tech giant announced Monday that its Vision Pro virtual reality headset would launch on Feb. 2.  ( 1 min )

Merck & Co. said Monday that it would purchase Harpoon Therapeutics Inc. for about $680 million to expand its reach in cancer-fighting drugs.  ( 1 min )

Shares of Crocs jumped Monday after the casual shoemaker said fourth-quarter and full-year sales would exceed its prior guidance after a strong holiday season.  ( 1 min )

Microsoft expanded its deal with South Korean solar panel provider Qcells in a bid to meet its goal to become renewable energy dependent by 2025.  ( 1 min )

Boeing shares fell after the Federal Aviation Administration grounded Boeing 737 MAX 9 aircraft for inspections amid safety concerns.  ( 1 min )

The American Opportunity Tax Credit offsets up to $2,500 of annual college expenses such as tuition, school fees, and books. It's a partially refundable credit.  ( 29 min )

In a short sale, the investor borrows against margin to buy shares and then sells them, hoping prices decrease to then buy them back at a lower price.  ( 23 min )

The parabolic SAR is a popular indicator that is mainly used by traders to determine the future short-term momentum of a given asset. Learn how it works.  ( 22 min )

OpenSea is the largest non-fungible token (NFT) marketplace, offering the ability to buy, sell, create, and trade. It has more than 2.4 million active users.  ( 26 min )

A reciprocal currency in the foreign exchange market is a currency pair that involves the U.S. dollar (USD) without the USD serving as the base currency.  ( 24 min )

Encumbered securities are securities that are owned by one entity, but subject to a legal claim by another. It can be used for financial obligations.  ( 20 min )

Learning how to invest for your short and long-term goals is critical for your financial future. Let us guide you on the different routes you can take for your future.  ( 24 min )

Rebalancing keeps your preferred asset allocation in check and helps to smooth out the volatility of your portfolio. Learn how to rebalance your portfolio to help manage risk and meet your investing goals.  ( 27 min )

Macro risk is political or economic hazards in a country or region that can adversely affect a business operating in it.  ( 23 min )

Getting free financial advice can help those who are struggling to get their finances in order but can’t afford an expert. Learn how to get financial advice for free.  ( 26 min )

Stealth addresses hide the receiver's identity in a blockchain transaction, ensuring stronger privacy and anonymity on the cryptocurrency network.  ( 23 min )

The former CEO of Mastercard was confirmed in May 2023 as the new president of The World Bank. He is the first person of South Asian origin to hold the position.  ( 26 min )

Consumers may not know they can shop for cheaper car insurance. This article features step-by-step instructions on how to evaluate and cut your costs.  ( 23 min )

Auto insurance provides a range of coverage, depending on what type of insurance you have. Standard insurance covers costs of property damage or injuries to others.  ( 27 min )

NEO is a blockchain solution and ecosystem designed to build and maintain a smart economy. Learn more about NEO and what it attempts to do.  ( 23 min )

Coming up this week: the latest inflation numbers and reports from big banks to kick off earnings season.  ( 19 min )

The civilian labor force is the non-military working-age population that the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) classifies as either employed or unemployed.  ( 23 min )

Uptrend is a term used to describe an overall upward trajectory in price. Many traders opt to trade during uptrends with specific trending strategies.  ( 28 min )

A stock screener is a tool that investors and traders can use to filter stocks based on user-defined metrics. They allow users to select trading instruments that fit a particular profile or set of criteria.  ( 25 min )

Growth accounting is a quantitative tool used to break down how specific factors contribute to economic growth.  ( 25 min )

Find out which developed-market ETFs manage the greatest asset base, and why major U.S. equity-only funds are not included in the calculation.  ( 24 min )

Net debt per capita is a measurement of the value of a government's debt in terms of the amount attributable to each citizen in its jurisdiction.  ( 23 min )

Learn about how mutual fund sales and other types of transactions are taxed within an IRA, and discover if a sale triggers an early withdrawal penalty.  ( 24 min )

These companies are each positioned to return great shareholder value over the long haul.  ( 37 min )

Elon Musk is a key person at Tesla and stories about Musk can mean some extra stock volatility for Tesla shareholders.  ( 25 min )

(Bloomberg) -- Traders betting on a 2024 bond rally are unfazed by the recent pullback, seeing it as a chance to seize on elevated yields before the Federal Reserve starts driving down interest rates. Most Read from BloombergBoeing Max Grounding Goes Global as Carriers Follow FAA OrderMusk’s Drug Use Concerns Tesla, SpaceX Leaders, WSJ SaysBoeing 737 Max Blowout Points to Pervasive FlawsAckman Plans to Check MIT’s Kornbluth, Staff for PlagiarismThe dynamic was on display Friday, when bond prices  ( 36 min )

The stock had a great 2023, but is it worth buying now?  ( 36 min )

2023 US federal tax bracket guide: Which tax bracket am I in for 2023? What are the new IRS tax brackets for 2024?  ( 36 min )

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The new year brings new tax brackets, deductions, and limits that will impact your 2024 federal income tax return. While 2023 did not see major federal tax reform legislation, the IRS has adjusted ranges for tax brackets, standard deductions, retirement savings contributions and more to account for inflation. These 2024 IRS tax code tweaks affect […] The post 2024 IRS Tax Changes: What You Need to Know appeared first on SmartReads by SmartAsset.  ( 36 min )

Discover why Toast's slumping stock chart could be your next big investment opportunity.  ( 37 min )

Here's everything you need to know about the electric vehicle maker's week.  ( 34 min )

(Bloomberg) -- Stocks started 2024 with a limp. But that could change this week as earnings season kicks off and companies start announcing their plans for share repurchases, something investors hope will help the market keep last year’s rally running.Most Read from BloombergBoeing Max Grounding Goes Global as Carriers Follow FAA OrderAckman Plans to Check MIT’s Kornbluth, Staff for PlagiarismBoeing 737 Max Blowout Points to Pervasive FlawsMusk’s Drug Use Concerns Tesla, SpaceX Leaders, WSJ Says  ( 36 min )

These two growth stocks have missed out on the market recovery thus far, but that could soon change.  ( 37 min )

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The Federal Reserve's forecasting tool currently signals the greatest risk of recession in four decades.  ( 38 min )

The trends fueling these stocks have staying power.  ( 38 min )

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Shares of Google's parent company Alphabet could soar as it tackles new artificial intelligence-related growth drivers.  ( 36 min )

Amazon, MercadoLibre, and LVMH are all great stocks to hold for a few decades.  ( 37 min )

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(Bloomberg) -- A bull run in Treasuries will resume after its current “rest,” according to strategists at JPMorgan Chase & Co. Most Read from BloombergBoeing Max Grounding Goes Global as Carriers Follow FAA OrderAckman Plans to Check MIT’s Kornbluth, Staff for PlagiarismBoeing 737 Max Blowout Points to Pervasive FlawsChina Sanctions Five US Defense Firms on Taiwan Arms SalesThe 10-year yield is likely to rise from its current level of about 4% amid trend-following and discretionary selling press  ( 35 min )

It's a new year, and these stocks have their eyes on Nvidia's crown.  ( 38 min )

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It wasn't just trillion-dollar artificial intelligence giants like Nvidia, Microsoft, and Amazon logging big gains in 2023.  ( 38 min )

Spending on research and development has nearly doubled to over $29 billion in the last five years. What is Apple up to?  ( 37 min )

Dutch Bros is stirring up the coffee industry as a rapidly growing up-and-comer.  ( 37 min )

Diversification isn't always a good thing.  ( 37 min )

Medical Properties Trust is not getting paid all the rent due from a large tenant.  ( 37 min )

A decade is a long time in the tech world.  ( 36 min )

The task is physically taxing and boring, and finding enough people willing to do it is getting harder. What’s proving even more difficult: building a robot that can do the job.  ( 25 min )

Ark analysts think this could be the driving force behind AI-powered productivity improvements.  ( 37 min )

Diamondback Energy recently sent its investors a lot more cash.  ( 36 min )

This New Year's resolution will pay you for years to come.  ( 37 min )

Ford is managing the transition to EVs prudently.  ( 34 min )

This bank is priced 37% below its book value. Here's why it deserves a look from investors.  ( 37 min )

This innovative company avoided bankruptcy in 2023, but that doesn't mean it's a good stock to hold.  ( 35 min )

Tesla's production surpassed 1.8 million units for 2023.  ( 34 min )

Artificial intelligence could remain on investors' minds for several years.  ( 34 min )

The new breed of Bitcoin ETFs holds a lot of advantages for investors.  ( 36 min )

The Oracle of Omaha applies a straightforward test to every stock he even thinks about buying.  ( 37 min )

These stocks could deliver positive gains in the new year -- but the real money-making opportunities are over the next decade and beyond.  ( 38 min )

Start the year off right by investing in these quality businesses.  ( 41 min )

(Bloomberg) -- Saudi Arabia will cut key crude prices for buyers in all regions, including its main Asia market, for February amid persistent weakness in the market.Most Read from BloombergBoeing Max Grounding Goes Global as Carriers Follow FAA OrderAckman Plans to Check MIT’s Kornbluth, Staff for PlagiarismBoeing 737 Max Blowout Points to Pervasive FlawsChina Sanctions Five US Defense Firms on Taiwan Arms SalesOil consumption typically eases during February and March, with refiners using the pe  ( 35 min )

A smart acquisition 60 years ago completely changed the makeup of this food business.  ( 37 min )

The data streaming market could be worth $100 billion by 2025. Confluent plans to have a big share of it.  ( 35 min )

After soaring in value in 2023, can Riot Platforms deliver a repeat performance in 2024?  ( 37 min )

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It’s the sort of activity that takes place across every industry at the start of the year, be it entertainment, sports or indeed in the investment game: top pick lists. Everyone is looking for the next big thing and on Wall Street that involves pointing out the best stock investing opportunities for the year ahead. TC Cowen has been putting together just such a list, and one sector they focus on particularly is finance. The investment bank takes a broad view of the financial sector, and is looki  ( 39 min )

The Federal Reserve may have finished raising interest rates, and that portends upward momentum in the stock market.  ( 37 min )

For the first time in nine decades, M2 money supply is meaningfully declining.  ( 39 min )

A big win for crypto helped this fund top the list of Ark Invest ETFs.  ( 36 min )

Geely Automobile Group, one of China's largest private carmakers, has launched a pure electric sedan under its mass-market brand Galaxy to take on BYD's bestselling models amid intensified competition. The basic edition of the E8, with a driving range of 550 kilometres, sells for 175,800 yuan (US$24,752), 34,000 yuan lower than the Han electric vehicle (EV) built by BYD, which has a range of 506km. Hangzhou-based Geely will begin delivering the Class B sedan in February, hoping to target budget-  ( 36 min )

(Bloomberg) -- Underlying US price pressures probably continued to recede as 2023 drew to a close, backing up optimism at the Federal Reserve about the path for inflation.Most Read from BloombergFAA Orders Temporary Grounding of Some 737 Max Jets After MishapAckman Plans to Check MIT’s Kornbluth, Staff for PlagiarismBoeing 737 Max Blowout Points to Pervasive FlawsA Boom, a Whoosh, a Flicker: ‘I Started to Text My Loved Ones’The consumer price index excluding food and fuel, a measure favored by e  ( 38 min )

The utility industry is having trouble getting the gear it needs to pump out power as demand increases.  ( 26 min )

An unusual, billion-dollar trial between Warren Buffett's Berkshire Hathaway and the billionaire Haslam family was canceled by the court on Saturday, two days before it was scheduled to start. The entry said it was authorized by Vice Chancellor Morgan Zurn, the judge. The Haslam family, Berkshire Hathaway and the chambers for Zurn could not be reached for comment.  ( 35 min )

Canada's oil industry, particularly in Alberta, anticipates increased production and higher revenues with the completion of the Trans Mountain Pipeline Expansion, despite current uncertainties and delays.  ( 36 min )

De Duitse treinbestuurdersvakbond GDL heeft opgeroepen tot een nieuwe landelijke staking. De staking begint woensdag en duurt drie dagen.  ( 8 min )

De Londense metro zou van maandag tot donderdag niet rijden omdat leden van de vakbond RMT zouden gaan staken. Maar dat gaat niet meer door omdat er vooruitgang zit in de onderhandelingen met de werkgever over een hoger loon.  ( 8 min )

Het Verenigd Koninkrijk wil als eerste West-Europese land de geavanceerde brandstof HALEU gaan produceren. De brandstof, die bestaat uit een vorm van verrijkt uranium, is nodig voor de opwek van energie in de nieuwste generatie kerncentrales.  ( 9 min )

Het Verenigd Koninkrijk wil als eerste West-Europese land de geavanceerde brandstof HALEU gaan produceren. De brandstof, die bestaat uit een bepaalde vorm van verrijkt uranium, is nodig voor de opwek van energie in de nieuwste generatie kerncentrales.  ( 9 min )

Europese luchtvaartmaatschappijen kunnen gewoon blijven vliegen met hun Boeing-toestellen, ondanks een recent incident met een Boeing 737 MAX 9 in de Verenigde Staten. Dat heeft het Europees Agentschap voor de veiligheid van de luchtvaart (EASA) laten weten.  ( 10 min )

Het is vandaag 25 jaar geleden dat de euro de gulden verving. Daarom vraagt de NUjij-redactie zich af of onze lezers nog terugrekenen van de euro naar de gulden. Doe jij dat nog? Ken je iemand die dat weleens doet? Of heb jij misschien nog oude guldens liggen? Laat het weten in de reacties.  ( 9 min )

Europese luchtvaartmaatschappijen kunnen gewoon blijven doorvliegen met hun Boeing-toestellen, ondanks een recent incident met een Boeing 737 MAX 9 in de Verenigde Staten. Dat heeft het Europees agentschap voor de veiligheid van de luchtvaart (EASA) laten weten.  ( 9 min )

China heeft sancties opgelegd aan vijf Amerikaanse defensiebedrijven. Daarmee reageert de Chinese regering op een recente aankondiging van nieuwe Amerikaanse wapenverkopen aan Taiwan. Het land ziet dat als een ernstige schending van zijn soevereiniteit en veiligheidsbelangen.  ( 8 min )

Apple heeft vrijdag voor de vierde dag op rij flink aan beurswaarde ingeleverd. De koers van het bedrijf staat onder druk doordat volgens The New York Times een nieuwe rechtszaak dreigt in de Verenigde Staten.  ( 8 min )

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Burgernomics refers to the Economist's Big Mac Index, which tracks purchasing power parity using the cost of a McDonald's Big Mac as the price benchmark.  ( 21 min )

Explore Google's revenue segments and its competitors in each sector, ranging from Microsoft and Netflix to Moody's Investor Services, IBM, Uber, and EMC.  ( 24 min )

tZero is a technology company that uses blockchain tech to run its broker-dealer business. It specializes in private capital markets and connecting startups with private equity.  ( 23 min )

Minsky Moment refers to the onset of a market collapse brought on by the reckless speculative activity that defines an unsustainable bullish period.  ( 22 min )

The employment report is released by the Bureau of Labor Statistics each month. It's an economic indicator that contains data on the employment information of the market.  ( 24 min )

Most currency traders avoid the limelight but a few have risen to international stardom. The five most famous forex traders share virtues like strong self-confidence.  ( 26 min )

Detailed definition of car registration and its importance when purchasing a new or used car.  ( 22 min )

Before you rent your next car, think twice about purchasing the added insurance if you're using a credit card.  ( 24 min )

Flexible spending accounts (FSAs) can be used for qualified medical expenses, which typically include preventive care and other non-cosmetic dental procedures.  ( 23 min )

Dependent care flexible spending accounts (FSAs) let employees use tax-exempt funds to pay for childcare expenses they incur while at work.  ( 22 min )

Market bottoms often carve out classic volume patterns that let observant traders make fast and accurate calls.  ( 23 min )

Learn more about the relative strength index (RSI), which is used to indicate temporary overbought or oversold conditions, and its forex applications.  ( 22 min )

Actor Mark Wahlberg has an estimated net worth of $400 million, a fortune he has built from his successful career in Hollywood, business ventures, endorsement deals, and real estate.  ( 21 min )

A bar chart shows where the price of an asset moved over a period of time and is useful for tracking prices and aiding in trading decisions.  ( 24 min )

Hysteresis in economics refers to an event in the economy that persists even after the factors that led to it have run their course.  ( 26 min )

A wage expense is the cost incurred by a business to pay hourly employees and is recorded as a line item that may also include payroll tax and benefits expenses.  ( 24 min )

A 403(b) plan and a Roth IRA are both vehicles used for retirement savings. Learn the definitions and differences between the two.  ( 27 min )

Employers must make contributions to a SEP IRA by the tax-filing deadline for the year in which they are made.  ( 23 min )

Find out how to set an investment goal, and see how a Roth IRA can help you reach it.  ( 30 min )

Market timing is a strategy where investors try to predict market movements in order to make a profit. Read about the risks of market timing.  ( 29 min )

A tax umbrella refers to a company's use of tax law provisions to reduce tax liability.  ( 24 min )

The contra proferentem rule is a legal doctrine stipulating that a party be deemed at fault if it has created or introduced an ambiguous contract clause that harms another party agreeing to the contract.  ( 24 min )

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This expanding coffee shop chain has begun to brew higher profits.  ( 36 min )

Nio's delivery numbers for the latest quarter came in better than expected.  ( 34 min )

This investor favorite was one of the best stock market performers of last year. It could give an encore performance in 2024.  ( 38 min )

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Money management firm BlackRock plans to announce layoffs of about 3 percent of its global workforce in the coming days, totaling about 600 employees.  ( 36 min )

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Nvidia led the S&P 500 higher last year, but Wall Street is still bullish on the artificial intelligence company.  ( 38 min )

Federal Reserve Bank of Dallas President Lorie Logan on Saturday warned that the U.S. central bank may need to resume raising its short-term policy rate to keep a recent decline in long-term bond yields from rekindling inflation. "If we don’t maintain sufficiently tight financial conditions, there is a risk that inflation will pick back up and reverse the progress we’ve made," Logan said in remarks prepared for delivery at an American Economic Association conference in San Antonio, Texas. "In light of the easing in financial conditions in recent months, we shouldn’t take the possibility of another rate increase off the table just yet."  ( 34 min )

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The Harvard grad and donor used well-honed activist-investor moves to get what he wanted at the nation’s oldest university,  ( 37 min )

It's always a good time to invest in these excellent stocks.  ( 36 min )

A Tax Guy column for trending tax questions at the start of 2024  ( 37 min )

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Tech stocks are flying. Here's why the bull market might be just getting started for Nvidia and Amazon.  ( 37 min )

When you retire, you make the final shift from the era of wealth accumulation to wealth management. This is a big deal. Managing your IRA in retirement is an important project. You want to strike the balance between a newfound need for security, since you can no longer wait out downturns and replace losses, and […] The post What Should I Do With My IRA Once I Retire? appeared first on SmartReads by SmartAsset.  ( 36 min )

These technology powerhouses could make investors richer in 2024.  ( 37 min )

Some big events this year could substantially affect the company's share price.  ( 37 min )

QuantumScape has lost much of the hype surrounding it early on, but it still has the potential to be a game changer.  ( 36 min )

I won't be overpaying for these stocks.  ( 36 min )

Two of our contributors discuss what stocks they've put lots of their own money into.  ( 35 min )

Apple's stock had a strong year. Can the momentum continue into 2024?  ( 36 min )

A record 2023 for Ford's EV business unit might mean big losses in the near term, but here's why it's still positive news.  ( 36 min )

It's only a matter of time before these stocks take off.  ( 38 min )

There's more than meets the eye with all three of these dividend stocks.  ( 37 min )

The solid-state battery maker is a speculative but promising investment.  ( 37 min )

These REITs pay their investors monthly, making them great ways to earn passive income.  ( 37 min )

Automaker Stellantis' dividend yield is a juicy 6.6%.  ( 36 min )